Question

A, B and C are partners in a business. A, whose capital has been used for 5 months, claims 1/7 of the profit. B whose capital has been used for 7 months, claims 1/5 of the profit. C has invested `4,600 for 9 months. How much capital did A contribute?

• A. 1,800
• B. 1,650
• C. 1,600
• D. 1,850

Answer 1

Answer: (A)