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A began a business with Rs. 85,000. He was joined afterwards by B with Rs. 42,500. For how much period does B join, if the profits at the end of the year are divided in the ratio of 3 : 1?
Answer: Option A
- Suppose B joined for a months. Then, 85000 x 12 / 42500 x a = 3/1
or a = 85000 x 12 / 42500 x 3 = 8.
So, B joined for 8 months.
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- Suppose B joined for a months. Then, 85000 x 12 / 42500 x a = 3/1
or a = 85000 x 12 / 42500 x 3 = 8.
So, B joined for 8 months.
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