Question

A starts business with Rs 3500 and after 5 months B joins with A as his partner. After a year, the profit is divided in the ratio 2:3. What is B's contribution in the capital?

• A. Rs 8000
• B. Rs 8500
• C. Rs 9000
• D. Rs 7500
• E. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C Rs 9000

Let B's contribution be Rs x
$\frac{3500\times 12}{7x}=\frac{2}{3}$
Or, $x=\frac{3500\times 12\times 3}{7\times 2}$ $\therefore x=9000.$