Ramesh, xyz and Rajeev put a partnership. profit is 36000, if Ramesh and xyz ratio is 5 : 4 and xyz and Rajeev 8:9. Find Rajeev's share. Select the correct option:
A) 14000  B) 15000  C) 16000  D) 12000  E) 17000

Rationale: ramesh : xyz = 5 : 4 xyz : rajeev = 8 : 9 then ramesh : xyz / rajeev : xyz = 5 : 4 / 9 : 8 ramesh / rajeev = 10 / 9 therefore ramesh : xyz : rajeev = 10 : 8 : 9 then rajeev share = ( 9 / 27 ) * 36000 = 12000 answer : d
Answer: D