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Tutor III Math

Q. A began a business with Rs. 85,000. He was joined afterwards by B with Ks. 42,500. For how much period does B join, if the profits at the end of the year are divided in the ratio of 3 : 1 ?

  • (A) 4 months
  • (B) 5 months
  • (C) 6 months
  • (D) 8 months
  • Correct Answer - Option(D)
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Explanation by: Virat Bhati
Suppose B joined for x months . Then, ( 85000 * 12 )/(42500 * x) = 3. or x = (85000 * 12) / (42500 * 3) = 8.
So, B joined for 8 months.

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