Question

In what ratio should coffee powder costing Rs 2500/kg be mixed with coffee powder costing Rs 1500/kg so that the cost of the mixture is Rs 2250/kg?

A 1 : 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 4 : 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 3 : 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 1 : 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Given 2500 per kg and 1500 per kg resultant is 2250 per kg By applying the rule of allegation require ratio =(2250-1500)/(2500-2250) =750:250 =3:1

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