Multiple choice

Ram starts a business with Rs.3500 and after 5 months, Bhuvan joins with Ram as his partner. After a year, the profit is divided in the ratio 2 : 3. What is Bhuvan's contribution in the capital?

  1. Rs.8000

  2. Rs.8500

  3. Rs.9000

  4. Rs.7500
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ram's investment: Rs.3500 × 12 months = 42000. Let Bhuvan's investment be x. His investment: x × 7 months (since he joined after 5 months). The profit ratio is 2:3, so 3500×12 / (x×7) = 2/3. Solving: 42000/7x = 2/3, so 6000/x = 2/3, therefore x = 9000. Bhuvan contributed Rs.9000.

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