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    Question

    'A' and 'B' invested Rs. 4200 and Rs. 3600 respectively

    in a business. After 6 months, 'B' reduced his investment by 50%, while 'A' increased his initial investment by Rs. 600. Calculate the ratio of the profits earned by 'A' and 'B' at the end of the year.
    A 5:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2:1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 6:5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3:2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ratio of profit received by ‘A’ and ‘B’ = {(4200 × 6) + (4800 × 6)}:{(3600 × 6) +(0.5 × 3600 × 6)} = 15:9 = 5:3

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