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A and B invested in the ratio of 7: 9. The profits are divided in the ratio of 2: 3. If A has invested for 6 months, then B invested for?

A5 months

B6 months

C7 months

D8 months

Answer:

C. 7 months

Read Explanation:

investment ratio of A and B = 7: 9 The profits ratio = 2: 3 (2/3) = (7x*6)/(9x*y) Y= 7 months


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