X, Y & Z are partners sharing profit and losses in ratio of 5:4:1. Calculate sacrificing ratio if all partners agree to share future profits equally?
Options:
3:6
2:5
9:7
5:2
Correct Answer:
5:2
Explanation:
Old ratio = 5:4;1 New ratio = 1:1:1 Sacrifice of X =5/10-1/3= 5/30 Sacrifice of Y= 4/10- 1/3= 2/30 Sacrifice of Z= 1/10-1/3 = -7/30 So, sacrificing ratio is 5/30: 2/30 = 5:2