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    Question

    Two types of Pulses cost Rs. 240/kg and Rs. 340/kg. In

    what ratio should these be mixed so that the obtained mixture is sold at Rs. 324/kg to earn a profit of 20%?
    A 7:3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2:9 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 5:7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 6:11 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    SP of the mixture = Rs. 324 Gain = 8% Therefore, CP of the mixture =324 × (100/120) = Rs. 270   Now, using the allegation method Type I                                  Type II   240                                    340                   270   70                                      30 Required Ratio = 7: 3

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