A started a business with an investment of Rs.3000. After 8 months, B joined the business with an investment of Rs.5400. After one more month, C joined the business with an investment of Rs.X. At the…

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A started a business with an investment of Rs.3000. After 8 months, B joined the business with an investment of Rs.5400. After one more month, C joined the business with an investment of Rs.X. At the end of the year, the profit share of B and C is equal. Find the investment of C.

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D. Rs.7200

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Explanation: Let the investment of C = X. 5400 x 4/(X x 3) = 1/1; X = 7200.

A started a business with an investment of Rs.3000. After 8 months, B joined the business with an investment of Rs.5400. After one more month, C joined the business with an investment of Rs.X. At the end of the year, the profit share of B and C is equal. Find the investment of C.

Answer: D. D. Rs.7200

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