Question
30 kg of rice ‘A is purchased for Rs 6/kg
while 25 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.Solution
Total cost price = 30 × 6 + 25 × 9 = Rs. 405
Total selling price = (30 + 25) × 9 = Rs. 495
Profit earned = 495 – 405 = Rs. 90
