Multiple choice

A and B invest in a business in the ratio 3 : 2. If 5% of the total profit goes to charity and A's share is Rs. 855, the total profit (in rupees) is - A और B ने एक व्यवसाय में 3 : 2 के अनुपात में निवेश किया। यदि कुल लाभ का 5% दान में चला जाता है और A का हिस्सा 855 रू. है तो कुल लाभ (रूपयों में) है।

  1. 1425

  2. 1500

  3. 1537.50

  4. 1576
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A and B invest in ratio 3:2, so A gets 3/5 of distributed profit. After 5% charity, 95% remains. A's share = 95% × 3/5 = 57% of total profit. If A gets Rs. 855, then 57% of total = 855. Total profit = 855 / 0.57 = Rs. 1500.

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