The cost of Type 1 wheat is Rs. 16 per kg, and Type 2 wheat is Rs. 24 per kg. If both Type 1 and Type 2 are mixed in the ratio of 3:5, then the price per kg of the mixed variety of wheat is:
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Given:
Price of Type 1 wheat = ₹16 per kg
Price of Type 2 wheat = ₹24 per kg
Mixing ratio = 3 : 5
Let
Type 1 = 3 kg
Type 2 = 5 kg
Total cost = (3 × 16) + (5 × 24) = 168
Total quantity = 3 + 5 = 8
Mixing price = 168 / 8 = ₹21 per kg