Correct option is C
Given:
Initial ratio of Ram and Sham = 5:7
Total initial amount = ₹720
Final ratio with Hari = 5:7:9
Formula Used:
Value of 1 ratio unit =
Solution:
Calculate the initial parts for Ram and Sham:
Total parts = 5 + 7 = 12 parts
12 parts = 720
1 part =
Since the ratio remains 5:7 for Ram and Sham, the value of one part remains unchanged when Hari joins.
Hari's share is 9 parts.
Hari's contribution = 9 × 60 = 540
Final Answer
So the correct answer is (c)