Question

A person bought some mangoes at the rate of 7 per rupee. He bought the same number of mangoes at the rate of 6 per rupee. He mixes both types and sells at 14 for rupees 6. In the business he earns a profit of Rs. 46. How many mangoes he bought in all. 

A 100 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 175 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 125 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 168 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Suppose he bought x  mangoes of each quality. Then his total investment =   Total selling price = 6 =   Total profit =   Now,  = 46  ⇒    x = 84  He bought 2 84 = 168 mangoes in total.

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