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    Question

    P, Q and R together started a business. Three times the

    investment of P equals five times the investment of Q and the capital of Q is twice that of R. Find the ratio of share of each in the profit.
    A 10:3:6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 10:6:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 6:10:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3:10:6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to the question, => 3P = 5Q => P : Q = 5:3 Q’s capital is twice R’s capital. => Q/R = 2/1 => Q : R = 2 : 1 P : Q : R = 5 × 2 : 3 × 2 : 3 × 1 = 10:6:3

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