Question

    A and B started a business with investments in the ratio

    3 : 4. After 6 months, A doubled his investment. If the total profit at the end of the year is Rs. 3400, find A’s share.
    A 1250 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1330 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Let initial investments be 3x and 4x A for first 6 months = 3x × 6 = 18x A for next 6 months = 6x × 6 = 36x Total A = 54x B for 12 months = 4x × 12 = 48x Profit ratio = 54 : 48 = 9 : 8 A’s share = (9/17) × 3400 = 1800

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