Question

    32 kg of rice ‘A is purchased for Rs. 5/kg

    while 28 kg of rice ‘B’ is purchased for Rs. 10/kg. If the mixture of the both types of rice is sold at Rs. 10/kg, then find the profit/loss incurred to the seller.
    A Rs. 160 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 180 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 190 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 150 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs. 170 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Total cost price = 32 × 5 + 28 × 10 = Rs. 440
    Total selling price = (32 + 28) × 10 = Rs. 600
    Profit earned = 600 – 440 = Rs. 160

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