Question

X, Y and Z are partners sharing profit in ratio of 1/2, 2/5, and 1/10. Find the new ratio of remaining partners if Z retires.

Answer 1

Profit sharing ratio given as 1/2 , 2/5 and 1/10 i.e 5:4:1 after simplification.

Now, as Z retires; by striking of Z's share the new profit sharing ratio between X and Y will be 5:4.