Question

Cost of two types of pulses is Rs.16 and Rs, 21 per kg, respectively. If both the pulses are mixed together in the ratio 2:3, then what should be the price of mixed variety of pulses per kg? 

A Rs 13 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Rs 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Rs 19 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Rs 33 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E Rs 21 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

(21 – x)/(x – 16) = 2/3 63 – 3x = 2x – 32x 5x = 95 x = 19 Therefore, price of mixed variety of pulses = Rs 19 per kg 

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