Multiple choice

Geetha, Nita and Henna entered into the partnership business. The investment of Geetha is 25% more than that of Nita and the amount invested by Henna is 50% more than that of Nita. After 13 months, all three withdrew Rs.x. At the end of 15 months, the ratio of the total profit of the business and the profit share of Henna is 669:268, then find the ratio of the profit share of Geetha and Nita?

  1. 199:171

  2. 221:173

  3. 223:178

  4. Cannot be determined
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Let Nita's investment be 4k. Then Geetha = 5k, Henna = 6k. All invest for 13 months, then withdraw x. The profit ratio depends on the total investment over time. Given the complexity and the specific ratio provided, the calculation leads to 223:178.

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