A contributes two-fifths of the capital for 9 months, and B receives half of the total profit. For how many months was B’s money used?
Correct answer D. 6 months
Explanation
B's capital is 3/5. Profits are equal, so 2 × 9 = 3 × t, giving t = 6. B's money was used for 6 months.
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