A, B and C started a business by investing Rs13,750, Rs.16,250, and Rs. 18,750, respectively. If B's share in the profit earned by them is Rs5,200, What is the total profit ( in Rs) earned by them together?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 15,600
Investment of A = Rs. 13,750
Investment of B = Rs. 16,250
Investment of C = Rs. 18,750
B's share in profit = Rs. 5200
The ratio of investment of A : B : C = 13750 : 16250 : 18750
A : B : C = 11 : 13 : 15
The ratio of their profit will be the same as the ratio of their investment.
Let the profit of A, B, and C be 11x, 13x, and 15x respectively.
B's share = 5200
13x = 5200
x = 5200/13 = 400
Total profit = 11x + 13x + 15x = 39x
Total profit = Rs. (39 × 400) = Rs. 15,600