Multiple choice

A, B and C started a business. Twice the investment of A is equal to thrice the investment of B and also five times the investment of C. If the total profit after a year is Rs. 15.5 lakhs, then the share of B in the profit is (in Rs. lakhs):

  1. 5

  2. 2.5

  3. 3

  4. 4
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Explanation

From 2A = 3B, we get A:B = 3:2. From 2A = 5C, we get A:C = 5:2. Combining with A=15, we get A:B:C = 15:10:6. Total parts = 31. B's share = (10/31) × 15.5 = 5 lakhs. The profit is distributed in proportion to investment ratios since all invested for equal time (1 year).

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