Question

X and Y are partners in a business. They invest in the ratio 5:6, at the end
of 8 months X withdraws his capital. If they receive profits in the ratio of 5 :
9, find how long Y's investment was used?

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Answer 1

Answer:

Let Y's investment is used for T months

-> Now by using formula.

5×86×T2=595×86×T2=59

T = 12 months