Question
I and J started a business by investing Rs. (p + 800)
and Rs. (2p - 1600), respectively. If at the end of the year, the profit share of I was Rs.22,000 out of a total profit of Rs.50,000, then find the amount invested by 'J'.Solution
ATQ, Ratio of profit shares of I and J = 
Profit share of J = 50000 - 22000 = Rs. 28,000 
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