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A, B and C enter into a partnership in the ratio ::. After 4 months, A increases his share by 50%. If the total profit at the end of one year is Rs. 21,600, then B's share in the profit is:
- Rs. 2100
- Rs. 2400
- Rs. 3600
- Rs. 4000
Correct answer: Rs. 4000
Solution
This is a partnership problem with a change in A's investment after 4 months. The effective capital-time contributions are compared over the year, and the profit is divided accordingly. Using the intended ratio from the original question, B's share comes out to Rs. 4000.
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