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1. A and B enter into partnership. At the end of 9 months B withdraws but A's capitals is used for one month more. If they receive profit in the ratio of 5 : 6, then the ratio of their capital is ?
Let B's capital = Rs. y
Now, according to the question,
Hence the required ratio of capital of A and B is = 3 : 4
Solution:
Let A's capital = Rs. xLet B's capital = Rs. y
Now, according to the question,
| A | B | |
| Capital → | x | y |
| Time (in month) → | (9 + 1) = 10 | 9 |
| Ratio of profit → | 5 | 6 |
Hence the required ratio of capital of A and B is = 3 : 4