Multiple choice

A trader mixes two varieties of sugar, first, one costing Rs 50 per kg and the second one costing Rs. 60 per kg in the ratio 3 : 2 If he sells the mixed variety at Rs 62 per kg, then what is his profit percentage?

  1. 14.8%

  2. 11.9%

  3. 13.7%

  4. 9.8%

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mixed sugar ratio 3:2 means 3 kg at Rs 50 and 2 kg at Rs 60. Cost price = (3×50 + 2×60)/5 = (150+120)/5 = 270/5 = Rs 54 per kg. Selling price = Rs 62 per kg. Profit = Rs 8 per kg. Profit percentage = (8/54) × 100 = 14.81% ≈ 14.8%. Option B gives ~11.1% on CP 54, C gives ~13.7%, and D gives ~9.8%.