A profit of Rs. 700 is divided between X and Y in the ratio of 1/2:1/3 . What is the difference between their profit shares ?
Choose the most appropriate option.
A) s. 240	B) s. 140	C) s. 340	D) s. 50	E) s. 90
A profit of Rs. 700 is divided between X and Y in the ratio of 1/2 : 1/3 or 3:2.   so profits are 300 and 200.   difference in profit share = 420-280= 
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140   ANSWER:s. 140
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A profit of Rs. 700 is divided between X and Y in the ratio of 1/2:1/3 . What is the difference between their profit shares ?