Question

P, Q and R started a certain business and made a profit of Rs. 6800. The ratio of profit of P and Q is 1 : 3 while that of Q and R is 2 : 3. Calculate the profit earned by P.

• A. Rs. 700
• B. Rs. 800
• C. Rs. 400
• D. Rs. 240

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Rs. 800

Profit made by P : Profit made by Q = 1 : 3 = 2 : 6
Profit made by Q : Profit made by R = 2 : 3 = 6 : 9

$\therefore$ Profit made by P : Profit made by Q : Profit made by R = 2 : 6 : 9
Hence, P's profit = $6800\times \frac{2}{17}$ = Rs. 800