Question

    TYPE 13

    P started a business with an investment of Rs.8000,

    after 8 months Q joined him with Rs.10000 and after another 8 months R joined them with Rs.12000. If after end of two years profit share of Q is Rs.8000, then what is the total profit earned by them?
    A Rs.18600 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.21500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.20800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.17600 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of profit share of P, Q and R = 8000 x 24 : 10000 x 16 : 12000 x 8 = 3:5:3 Required amount = 8000 x (11/5) = Rs.17600

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