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In a business, A and B gained some amount in a certain ratio, and B a…

In a business, A and B gained some amount in a certain ratio, and B and C received the profit in the ratio as that of A and B. If A received 2500 and C received 900. Find the share of B.

Answer & explanation

Correct answer: option 2

Let A : B = x : y

then, B : C = x : y ..... (ATQ)

Now, A : B : C = x² : xy : y²

ATQ,

⇒ x² = 2500 ⇒ x = 50, and

⇒ y²= 900 ⇒ y = 30

Therefore, B's share = xy = 50 × 30 = 1500