Amar got Rs. 6,000 as his share out of a total profit of Rs. 10,000. Anirudh has invested Rs. 4,000 for 6 months, while Amar invested for 12 months. What amount was invested by Amar?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Rs. 3000
Anirudh’s share is 10,000 − 6,000 = Rs. 4,000. Profit is shared in the ratio of capital × time. Let Amar invest Rs. x:
\( \displaystyle \frac{x \times 12}{4000 \times 6} = \frac{6000}{4000} \)
\( \displaystyle \frac{12x}{24000} = \frac{3}{2} \)
\(12x = 36000\)
\(x = 3000\)
Amar invested Rs. 3000.