Multiple choice

Dilip, Ram and Amar started a business investing Rs.2700, Rs. 8100 and Rs. 7200 respectively. At the end of a year, the earned profit is distributed. If Ram's share is Rs.3600, what was their total profit?

  1. Rs. 10800

  2. Rs. 11600

  3. Rs. 8000

  4. Cannot be determined

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

The profit is shared in the ratio of investments: Dilip:Ram:Amar = 2700:8100:7200 = 3:9:8. Ram's share is 9/20 of total profit. If Ram's share is Rs.3600, then total profit = 3600 × 20/9 = Rs.8000. Option C is correct.

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