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P and Q invest in a business in the ratio of 7:3. If 15% of the total profit goes to charity and P's share is Rs. 1190, the total profit is -


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Rs.1500

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Rs.2000

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Rs.1800

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Rs.16000

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Solution

The correct option is B

Rs.2000


Let the total profit be `x'

Profit earned by P = 710× 0.85x

710× 0.85x = 1190

x = Rs.2000


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