SSC
Quantitative Aptitude
Mixture And Alligation
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Mixture and Allegation (II)
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In what ratio must a grocer mix two types of rice costing Rs. 7.50 per kg and Rs. 10 per kg, respectively, so as to get a mixture worth Rs. 8.25 per kg?
A)4 : 3
B)7 : 3
C)8 : 3
D)2 : 5
Correct Answer:
B
Solution :
[b] According to the rule of alligation, \[\therefore \] Required ratio = 1.75 : 0.75 = 7 : 3