Question

    14 kg of rice ‘A is purchased for Rs 5/kg

    while 17 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. 190 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 110 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 98 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 97 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs. 77 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Total cost price = 14 × 5 + 17 × 12 = Rs. 274
    Total selling price = (14 + 17) × 12 = Rs. 372
    Profit earned = 372 – 274 = Rs. 98

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