X and Y invested in a business. They earned some profit which they divided in the ratio of 2 : 3. If X invested Rs. 40,000, the amount invested by Y is :

X and Y invested in a business. They earned some profit which they divided in the ratio of 2 : 3. If X invested Rs. 40,000, the amount invested by Y is :

A 20000

B 40000

C 60000

D 80000

Solution

Correct Answer: Option C

Suppose Y invested Rs. y. Then 40000/y = 2/3 or y = 60000 .