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    Question

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

    investment of P equals eight 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 8:6:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 3:8:6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 6:8:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3:6:8 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to the question, => 6P = 8Q => P : Q = 8:6 Q’s capital is twice R’s capital. => Q/R = 2/1 => Q : R = 2 : 1 P : Q : R = 8 × 2 : 6 × 2 : 6 × 1 = 8:6:3

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