A and B started a partnership business investing some amount in the ratio of…
2017
A and B started a partnership business investing some amount in the ratio of 3:5. C joined them after 6 months with an amount equal to that of B. In what proportion should the profit at the end of one year be distributed among A, B and C?
- A.
3:5:5
- B.
6:10:5
- C.
3:5:2.5
- D.
None of these
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Correct answer: B
Let A and B invest 3x and 5x for 12 months. C invests 5x for 6 months. Profit ratio = 3x x 12 : 5x x 12 : 5x x 6 = 36 : 60 : 30 = 6 : 10 : 5.