Question

Q:
A and B invest in a business in the ratio 3 : 2. If 5% of the total profit goes to charity and A's share is Rs. 855, the total profit is :

A) 500
B) 1000
C) 1500
D) 2000

Answer 1

3/5*x=855
x=285*5

total*95/100=285*5
total profit= 1500

Answer 2

1500 is the correct answer.