Question

    A and B together started a business by investing their

    capital in the ratio of 11:9, respectively and total amount invested by them together is Rs. 4000. After 4 months, A decreased his investment by Rs. 750 and after 4 more months, B increased his investment by Rs. 300. Find the ratio of profit received by them at the end of the year.
    A 16:19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 19:16 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 17:19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 16:17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 17:12 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Initial investment made by A = (11/20) × 4000 = Rs. 2200 Initial investment made by B = (9/20) × 4000 = Rs. 1800 Profit sharing ratio of A and B = (2200 × 4 + 1450 × 8):(1800 × 8 + 2100 × 4) = 17:19

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