Question

Three partners invested in ratio 5 : 7 : 9 for 15, 12 and 8 months respectively. Find the ratio of profit to be shared
1. 25 : 28 : 24
2. 23 : 28 : 29
3. 5 : 6 : 9
4. 12 : 13 : 16
5. 25 : 12 : 13

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : 25 : 28 : 24

Given:

Investment ratio = 5 : 7 : 9

Amount of time invested is 15, 12 and 8 months

Calculation:

Let the 3 partners invested 5x, 7x and 9x rupees

Amount of time invested is 15, 12 and 8 months

So, ratio of profit

⇒ 5x × 15 : 7x × 12 : 9x × 8

⇒ 25 : 28 : 24