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    Question

    Cost of two types of pulses is Rs.11 and Rs, 16 per kg,

    respectively. If both the pulses are mixed together in the ratio 2:3, then what should be the price of mixed variety of pulses per kg? 
    A Rs 15 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs 14 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs 21 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs 27 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs 28 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    (16 – x)/(x – 11) = 2/3 48 – 3x = 2x – 22x 5x = 70 x = 14 Therefore, price of mixed variety of pulses = Rs 14 per kg 

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