A trader purchases two types of sugar at the rate of Rs 5 per kg and Rs 4 per

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A trader purchases two types of sugar at the rate of Rs 5 per kg and Rs 4 per kg. In what ratio should he mix them to earn a profit of 10% by selling the mixture at Rs 5 per kg?

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A . 5 : 6

B . 6 : 5

C . 6 : 7

D . 7 : 6

Answer: Option B

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Rohith 2017-05-28 06:41:48

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Let X,Y be the two types of sugars. Then s.p of the X type= c.p Ã— p% = 5Ã—1.1 = 5.5 & s.p of the Y type = c.p Ã— p% = 4Ã—1.1= 4.4. and also given the s.p of the mixture be Rs 5/ kg. Therefore,
Now by alligation and mixture
5.5. 4.4
5
0.6. 0.5
Therefore ratio of mix be 0.6:0.5
I.e., 6:5.

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