Multiple choice

A, B and C started a business in partnership. Initially, A invested ₹29,000, while B and C invested ₹25,000 each. After 4 months, A withdrew ₹ 3,000 . After 2 more months, C invested ₹12,000 more. Find the share of C (in ₹ ) in the profit of ₹33,200 at the end of the year.

  1. 10,800

  2. 10,000

  3. 11,067

  4. 12,400
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Calculate investment ratios by months. A: 29000 × 4 + 26000 × 8 = 116000 + 208000 = 324000. B: 25000 × 12 = 300000. C: 25000 × 6 + 37000 × 6 = 150000 + 222000 = 372000. Total ratio = 324:300:372 = 81:75:93. C's share = (93/249) × 33200 = 12400. Option D is correct.

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