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P, Q, and R started a business with capitals in the ratio 1:2:4. After 4 months, R withdrew 50% of his capital. After another 2 months, Q withdrew 25% of his capital. The business continued for 12 months in total. If the total profit is ₹2,40,000, find the profit ratio P:Q:R.
- 32: 21: 12
- 21: 12: 33
- 12: 21: 32
- 12: 33: 42
Correct answer: 12: 21: 32
Solution
In partnership problems, profit is proportional to capital × time. Compute the effective investments of P, Q, and R over 12 months, considering the withdrawals, and then reduce the ratio to simplest form. This gives the profit-sharing ratio as 12:21:32.
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