Quantitative Aptitude Ques 2420

Question: A, B and C started a business with investment in the ratio 5: 6: 8, respectively. After one year C withdrew 50% of his capital and A increased his capital by 60% of his investment. After two years in what ratio should the earned profit be distributed among A, B and C, respectively?

Options:

A) 2: 3: 3

B) 4: 3: 2

C) 13: 12: 12

D) Cannot be determined

E) None of the above

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • Total equivalent capital of A $ =5x\times 12+8x\times 12 $ $ =Rs.156x $ Total equivalent capital of B $ =6x\times 24=Rs.144x $ Total equivalent capital of C $ =8x\times 12+4x\times 112 $ $ =Rs.,144x $

$ \therefore $ Required ratio = A: B: C $ =156x:144x::144x $ = 13: 12: 12