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In what ratio should a person mix two varieties of tea costing Rs. 42/ kg and Rs. 30/kg so that the mixture sold at Rs. 45/ kg yields 20% gain.
A)3:2 B)5:3 C)6:5 D)4:3
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- s.p = (gain+100/100) * c.p
45 = (120/100)*c.p
c.p = 37.5
using formula = (420 - 375) / (375-300)
ratio = 5/3 - 3 years agoHelpfull: Yes(1) No(0)
- Selling Price of variety A = Rs. 42/kg.
Selling Price of variety B = Rs. 30/kg.
Selling Price of variety A and B = Rs. 45/kg.
Ratio to be mixed = (45-30)/(45-42) = 5/3. - 3 years agoHelpfull: Yes(0) No(2)
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