SSC Sample Paper SSC CHSL (10+2) Sample Test Paper-5

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    A, B and C entered into partnership in a business. A got\[\frac{3}{5}\]of the profit and B and C distributed the remaining profit equally. If C got Rs. 400 less than A, the total profit was

    A)  Rs. 1600                      

    B)  Rs.1200

    C)  Rs. 1000            

    D)         Rs. 800

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Let the total profit be\[Rs.\,\,x\]. \[\therefore \] A?s share in profit\[=Rs.\,\,\frac{3x}{5}\]      B?s share in profit\[=Rs.\,\,\frac{x}{5}\] and C?s share in profit\[=Rs.\,\,\frac{x}{5}\] According to the question,             \[\left( \frac{3x}{5}-\frac{x}{5} \right)=400\]


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