A and B started a business with capitals of Rs 25000 and Rs 40000 respectively. Find the ratio of the shares of A and B.

A 5 : 8

B 4 : 7

C 3 : 5

D 11 : 13

E None of these

Correct Answer: Option A

Ratio of shares of A and B = Ratio of their investments

= 25000 : 40000 = 5 : 8