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    Question

    A started a retail business by investing Rs.35,000.

    After four months B joined him with a capital of Rs.62,000. After 2 years, they earned a profit of Rs.57,200. What was the A’s share in the profit?
    A 23100 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 18320 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 26650 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 27650 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of the capital invested by A and B = (35000 × 24):(62000 × 20) ⇒  21 : 31 Therefore, A’s share = 57200 x (21/52) = Rs.23100

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