Multiple choice

There are three partners A, B, and C in a certain business. A puts in Rs 8000 for 5 months, B Rs. 12000 for 6 months, and C Rs. 15000 for 3 months. Find the ratio of their shares in the profit?

  1. $72 : 40 : 50$
  2. $45 : 40 : 72$
  3. $40 : 72 : 45$
  4. $40 : 45 : 72$
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Profit sharing ratio is based on investment × time. A: 8000 × 5 = 40000. B: 12000 × 6 = 72000. C: 15000 × 3 = 45000. The ratio A:B:C = 40000:72000:45000 = 40:72:45 after dividing by 1000. This matches option C exactly.

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