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Question : X and Y were partners in a firm sharing profits equally. With effect from 1st April 2020, they decided to share profits in the ratio of 4:3. Due to the change in the profit-sharing ratio gain or sacrifice will be

Option 1: Gain 1/14

Option 2: Sacrifice 1/14

Option 3: Gain 3/4

Option 4: Sacrifice 3/7.

 


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: Sacrifice 1/14


Solution : Answer = Sacrifice 1/14.

Sacrifice ratio = Old ratio – new ratio

X = 1/2- 4/7 = -1/14 Gain

Y= 1/2-3/7= 1/14 sacrifice
Hence, the correct option is 2.

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