As we know ratio of profits = Ratio of investments Srikant's share = Vividh's share = 185000 : 225000 = 37 : 45 Let Srikant's share = 37x Vividh's share = 45x According to the question 45x = 9000 X = 9000/45 = 200 Total profit = 37x + 45x = 82x = 82 X 200 = Rs.16400