SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 10

SSC MTS - 17/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • Quantitative Aptitude • Q10

If two kinds of resins costing ₹160 per kg and ₹210 per kg are mixed in the ratio of 2 : 3, then find the cost (in ₹) of the mixture per kg.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is  option 4  i.e.  190.

weighted average formula:

Cost = (160 × 2 + 210 × 3) ÷ (2 + 3)

= (320 + 630) ÷ 5 = 950 ÷ 5 = ₹190 per kg