Multiple choice

A start a business with an investment of Rs 27600, after six months B joined him with an investment of Rs 41400. After another six months C also joined them with an investment of Rs 46000. If after 2 years a profit of Rs 42600 was generated find the profit share of B.

  1. 15400 Rs

  2. 16200 Rs

  3. 16400 Rs

  4. 17200 Rs

  5. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A's investment: 27600 × 24 months = 662400. B's investment: 41400 × 18 months = 745200. C's investment: 46000 × 12 months = 552000. Total = 1959600. B's profit share = (745200 / 1959600) × 42600 = 16200. B invested for 18 months (joined after 6 months, profit calculated after 2 years).

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