Mathematics
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Question
A invests Rs 16,000 for 8 months; B stays 4 months and claims 2/7 of the profit. How much did B contribute?
A
Rs.10000
B
Rs.12800
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C
Rs.6000
D
Rs.8000
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A
Rs.10000
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B
Rs.12800
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C
Rs.6000
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D
Rs.8000
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Explanation
16,000×8 : B×4 = 5 : 2 ⇒ 1,28,000 : 4B = 5 : 2 ⇒ B = Rs 12,800.