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    Question

    Cost of two types of pulses is Rs.16 and Rs, 21 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 13 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs 19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs 33 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs 21 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    (21 – x)/(x – 16) = 2/3 63 – 3x = 2x – 32x 5x = 95 x = 19 Therefore, price of mixed variety of pulses = Rs 19 per kg 

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