The profit ratio of the three individuals is equal to their capital ratio, i.e., \( = 3 : 8 : 5 \). Let their respective profits be \(3x\) rupees, \(8x\) rupees, and \(5x\) rupees. \(\therefore\) Total profit = \(3x + 8x + 5x = 16x\) rupees.
According to the condition: \(5x - 3x = 600\) Or, \(2x = 600\) Or, \(x = 300\)
\(\therefore\) Total profit = \(16x = 16 × 300 = ₹4800\)