A starts a business with Rs 25,000. After 6 months, B joins him with Rs 15,000. Find the ratio A : B in which they share the profit at the end of the year.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → 10 : 3
When partners keep their money in the business for different periods, the profit is shared in the ratio of capital × number of months. B joins after 6 months, so his money is used for only the last 6 months.
A: \(25000\times12=300000\)
B: \(15000\times6=90000\)
A : B \(=300000:90000\); dividing by 30000 gives \(10:3\)
They share the profit in the ratio A : B = 10 : 3.