In what ratio must a grocer mix two varieties of pulses costing Rs. 15 and Rs. 20 per kg respectively so as to get a mixture worth Rs. 16.50 kg?
A. 3 : 7
B. 5 : 7
C. 7 : 3
D. 7 : 5
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
By the rule of alligation, we have:
∴ Required rate = 3.50 : 1.50 = 7 : 3
This Question Belongs to Arithmetic Ability >> Alligation
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