A and B started a partnership business investing some amount in the ratio of 3 : C joined then after six 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 : 2

B    3 : 5 : 5

C    6 : 10 : 5

D    data inadequate

Solution

Correct Answer: Option C

 

Let the initial investments of A and B be 3x and 5x.

A : B : C = (3x x 12) : (5x x 12) : (5x x 6)

= 36 : 60 : 30 = 6 : 10 : 5.

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