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    Question

    A and B started a business with investments of Rs. 36000

    and Rs. 48000 respectively. After 4 months, A doubled his investment. If the total profit at the end of the year is Rs. 45000, find A's share.
    A 32000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 25000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 27000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 45000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A's investment-time = 36000 × 4 + 72000 × 8 = 144000 + 576000 = 720000 B's investment-time = 48000 × 12 = 576000 Ratio = 720000 : 576000 = 5 : 4 A's share = (5/9) × 45000 = 25000

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