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In what ratio must a grocer mix two varieties of rice costing ₹15 and ₹20 per kg so that the mixture is worth ₹16.50 per kg?

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A7 : 3
  • B3 : 7
  • C2 : 3
  • D3 : 2

Step-by-Step Solution

By alligation, ratio = (20 − 16.5) : (16.5 − 15) = 3.5 : 1.5 = 7 : 3 (cheaper : dearer).
Answer: A) 7 : 3

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