Multiple choice

A and B started a business by investing Rs. 25000 and Rs. 15000 respectively .B left the business after 5 months. The profit earned at the end of the year is Rs. 6080,what is B's share of profit?

  1. Rs. 2240

  2. Rs. 2360

  3. Rs. 2560

  4. Rs. 2440

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

A's investment: 25000×12 = 300000. B's investment: 15000×5 = 75000. Ratio = 300000:750000 = 4:1. B's share = (1/5)×6080 = 1216. This is not among options A-D, so E is correct.

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