Multiple choice

A and B shared the profit of Rs. 1210 in such a way that (\frac{2}{5}) of A's share was equal to (\frac{1}{3}) of B’s share. What amount did B get?

  1. 500

  2. 700

  3. 600

  4. 660
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Let A's share be a and B's share be b. Given 2/5 × a = 1/3 × b, we get a:b = 5:6. Total profit is Rs. 1210 in ratio 5:6, so B gets 6/11 × 1210 = Rs. 660.

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