2016 · Q36
X and Y entered into partnership with Rs. 700 and Rs. 600 respectively. After 3 months X withdrew 2/7 of his stock but after 3 months, he puts back 3/5 of what he had withdrawn. The profit at the end of the year is Rs. 726. How much of this should X receive ?
Elementary MathematicsRatio and Proportion
- ARs. 336
- BRs. 366
- CRs. 633
- DRs. 663
Explanation
X's capital-months: 700×3 + 500×3 + 620×6 = 7320 (he withdraws 2/7×700 = 200 after 3 months, then restores 3/5×200 = 120 after 6 months). Y's capital-months: 600×12 = 7200. X's share = 726×7320/(7320+7200) = 726×61/121 = Rs 366 (option B).