Multiple choice

A, B and C invested their capitals in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5. The ratio of months for which they invested is 4 : 2 : 3, respectively. If the difference between the profit shares of A and B is Rs.1,86,000, then C's share of profit (in Rs.) is:

  1. 1567000

  2. 1395000

  3. 1564000

  4. 1245000

  5. 1650000
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ratio of capital×time: A:B:C = (2×4):(3×2):(5×3) = 8:6:15. Total parts = 29. A-B difference = 8-6 = 2 parts = Rs.1,86,000, so 1 part = Rs.93,000. C's share = 15 × 93,000 = Rs.13,95,000, matching option B.

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