Multiple choice

Kashish and Sheena started a business by investing Rs 2600 and Rs 2400 respectively. After 7 months, they added Rs 600 and Rs 800 respectively. 33% of the total profit earned after a year is given in donation. If after giving donation, the difference between the shares of Kashish and Sheena is Rs 350, find the total profit earned after a year.

  1. 17000

  2. 25000

  3. 18000

  4. 12000

  5. 27000

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Kashish's investment: 2600 × 7 + (2600+600) × 5 = 18200 + 16000 = 34200. Sheena's investment: 2400 × 7 + (2400+800) × 5 = 16800 + 16000 = 32800. Ratio of investments = 34200:32800 = 171:164. After 33% donation, 67% remains. If total profit = P, difference = P × (67/100) × (171-164)/(171+164) = P × 0.67 × 7/335 = 350. Solving: P = 350 × 335/(0.67 × 7) = 25000.