Question 26
EasyOriginal questionIn what ratio must rice at ₹30 per kg be mixed with rice at ₹45 per kg to get a mixture worth ₹36 per kg?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Cheaper : dearer .
In lowest terms, 3 : 2.
Worth noting
2 : 3 puts the ratio the wrong way round: the mean is nearer the cheaper price, so more of the cheaper kind is used.
- Concept
- The alligation ratio
- Typical timeTypical
- 60 s
- Your timeYours
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