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    Question

    A started a retail business by investing Rs.30,000.

    After nine months B joined him with a capital of Rs.62,000. After 2 years, they earned a profit of Rs.61,600. What was the A’s share in the profit?
    A 24800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 26880 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 22740 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 23650 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of the capital invested by A and B = (30000 × 24):(62000 × 15) ⇒  24 : 31 Therefore, A’s share = 61600 x (24/55) = Rs.26880

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