Question

    30 kg of rice ‘A is purchased for Rs. 4/kg

    while 22 kg of rice ‘B’ is purchased for Rs. 9/kg. If the mixture of the both types of rice is sold at Rs. 9/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 = 30 × 4 + 22 × 9 = Rs. 318
    Total selling price = (30 + 22) × 9 = Rs. 468
    Profit earned = 468 – 318 = Rs. 150

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