Question

    12.5 kg of rice ‘A is purchased for Rs.

    10/kg while 14.28 kg of rice ‘B’ is purchased for Rs. 12/kg. If the mixture of the both types of rice is sold at Rs. 12/kg, then find the profit/loss incurred to the seller.
    A Rs. 16 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 18 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 25 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs. 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Total cost price = 12.5 × 10 + 14.28 × 12 = Rs. 296.36
    Total selling price = (12.5 + 14.28) × 12 = Rs. 321.36
    Profit earned = 321.36 – 296.36 = Rs. 25

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