Multiple choice

A shopkeeper buys 106 kg. and 94 kg. of two kinds of tea at the rate of Rs. 25.50 per kg. and Rs. 30.50 per kg. He mixes both kinds of tea and sells the mixture at Rs. 33.42 per kg. What is his gain percent?

  1. 2

  2. 20

  3. 25

  4. 40

  5. 10
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Total cost = (106 × 25.50) + (94 × 30.50) = 2703 + 2867 = 5570. Total quantity = 200 kg. Selling price = 200 × 33.42 = 6684. Gain = 6684 - 5570 = 1114. Gain percent = (1114/5570) × 100 = 20%. Option B is correct.

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