Insufficient data on interest on capital Steps:

• Calculate profit credit to L: 14,000 - 3,000 + 10,000 + 3,000 = 24,000
• Calculate profit credit to M: -6,200 + 4,500 + 15,000 + 2,000 = 15,300
• Total profit P = 24,000 + 15,300 = 39,300
• Residual profit R = P - (interest on capital to L + interest on capital to M)
• Amounts for interest on capital are mentioned but not quantified, so R cannot be found.

Why D is correct:

• Problem states D is correct, but calculation shows ambiguity; perhaps assumes zero interest on capital and approximates total shared profit, though inconsistent with ratio.

Why the others are wrong:

• A: $24,000 is L's profit credit only, ignores M's share.
• B: $27,000 exceeds calculated credits without basis.
• C: $29,000 close to P minus assumed interest on capital (e.g., 10,300), but unsubstantiated.

Final answer: Not enough information.