Question

A began a business with Rs.2250 and was joined afterwards by B with Rs.2700. If the profits at the end of the year were divided by the ratio of 2 : 1, After how much time B joined the business?

• A. 10 months
• B. 5 months
• C. 3 months
• D. 7 months

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 7 months

A remained in business for 12 months investment of A = 2250 × 12 = Rs.27000 Let B remained in business for x months, investment of B = 2700 × x = 2700x 27000 : 2700x = Profit of A : Profit of B 10 : x = 2 : 1 2x = 10 x = 5 B joined after = (12 - 5) months = 7 months