Q. If A, B, and C invest in a business in the ratio 1:2:3 and the total profit is $1200, how much does A receive?
A.$200
B.$300
C.$400
D.$500
Solution
Total parts = 1 + 2 + 3 = 6. A's share = (1/6) * 1200 = $200.
Correct Answer: C — $400
Q. If A, B, and C invest in a business in the ratio 4:5:6 and the total profit is $1500, how much does C receive?
A.$600
B.$500
C.$400
D.$700
Solution
Total parts = 4 + 5 + 6 = 15. C's share = (6/15) * 1500 = $600.
Correct Answer: A — $600
Q. If A, B, and C invest in a business with amounts of $15,000, $25,000, and $10,000 respectively, what is the profit share of B if the total profit is $50,000?
