In what ratio sugar at Rs 30/kg should be mixed with sugar at Rs 45/kg so that on selling the mixture at Rs 42/kg there …
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In what ratio sugar at Rs 30/kg should be mixed with sugar at Rs 45/kg so that on selling the mixture at Rs 42/kg there is a profit of 20%?
✓ Correct answer: a) 2:1
ExplanationThe cost price of mixed the sugar = ₹35 per kg Using Alligation; ∴ Ratio of sugars to be taken = 12 ∶ 6 = 2 ∶ 1 Hence, Option A is the correct answer.
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