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D and E initiated a business with capital investments of ₹30,000 and ₹45,000 respectively. Later, F joins the partnership under the condition that all three will share profits equally. To enter on such terms, F pays a premium amount of ₹1,50,000, which is to be shared between D and E in proportion to their original capital investments. In what ratio will D and E divide the premium amount?

Asked in Delhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial) · 2025
Partnership · Quantitative Aptitude
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Quantitative AptitudeProfit and LossPartnershipThree or More PartnerDelhi Police Head Constable (Ministerial)2025
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