A profit of Rs. 960 is divided between A and B in the ratio1

A profit of Rs. 960 is divided between A and B in the ratio 1 : 1 .
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The difference of their profits is :

A : B =	1	:	1	= 5 : 3
	3		5

Sum of the terms of ratio = 5 + 3 = 8
Total profit = Rs. 960

∴ Difference between their shares =		5	−	3		of 960
		8		8

= 960 ×	1	= Rs. 240
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