A merchant mixes two varieties of sugar of 5 kg and 3 kg, which costs him ₹4 and ₹6 per kg, respectively. What is the cost price (in ₹) of the mixture per kg?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 4.75.
Total amount of 5 kg rice sold at ₹4 per kg = 5 × 4 = ₹ 20
Total amount of 3 kg rice sold at ₹6 per kg = 6 × 3 = ₹ 18
Total amount = 20 + 18 = ₹ 38
Total quantity = 5 + 3 = 8 kg
The cost price of the mixture per kg = 38/8 = 4.75