Question

A and B entered into a partnership business with an investment of Rs.5000 and Rs.8000 respectively. After 1 year, A invested Rs.(x + 1000) more and B invested Rs.2x more. At the end of 2 years, the ratio of the profit shares of A and B is 2: 3 respectively. Find the value of x.

• A. 2000
• B. 1500
• C. 1000
• D. 2500

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1000

Amount invested by A = 5000 + (x + 1000 + 5000) = x + 11000 Amount invested by B = 8000 + (2x + 8000) = 2x + 16000 (x + 11000): (2x + 16000) = 2: 3 =>3(x + 11000) = 2(2x + 16000) => 3x + 33000 = 4x + 32000 => x = 1000