P, Q and R invested Rs. 45,000, Rs. 70,000 and Rs. 90,000 respectively to start a business. At the end of two years, they earned a profit of Rs. 1,64,000. What will be Q's share in the profit?
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Rs. 56,000
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Rs. 35,000
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Rs. 72,000
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Rs. 64,000
A
Correct answer
Explanation
In a partnership, profits are distributed in proportion to investments and time. Here all partners invested for the same duration (2 years), so profit is proportional only to investment amounts. Total investment = 45000 + 70000 + 90000 = 205000. Q's share = (70000/205000) × 164000 = 56000. The calculation confirms option A is correct.