A packet has to consist of three types of jellies – orange, mango, and strawberry. The price per unit of orange, mango, and strawberry jelly is ₹2.00, ₹3.00, and ₹3.50, respectively. In a packet, there are 80 orange jellies, 50 mango jellies, and 120 strawberry jellies. What is the average cost (in ₹) of a jelly in a mixed packet?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 2.92.
Cost of orange jellies = 80 × 2 = 160
Cost of mango jellies = 50 × 3 = 150
Cost of strawberry jellies = 120 × 3.5 = 420
Total cost = 160 + 150 + 420 = 730
Total jellies = 80 + 50 + 120 = 250
Average cost = = ₹2.92