Question

The cost price of two types of tea are Rs. 180 per kg and Rs. 200 per kg respectively. On mixing them in the ratio 5:3, the mixture is sold at Rs. 210 per kg . In the whole transaction, the gain percent is

Options
1) 10%
2) 11%
3) 12%
4) 13%; The cost price of two types of tea are Rs. 180 per kg and Rs. 200 per kg respectively. On mixing them in the ratio 5:3, the mixture is sold at Rs. 210 per kg . In the whole transaction, the gain percent is; Options; 1) 10%; 2) 11%; 3) 12%; 4) 13%

Answer 1

11 percentage

if we substitute ratios we get answer

Answer 2

Answer:

12%

Step-by-step explanation:

Suppose he bought 5 kg and 3 kg of tea .

Cost price = Rs (5*180 + 3*200) = Rs 1500

Selling price = Rs (8*210) = Rs 1680

Profit = 1680 - 1500

= 180 rs

Hence , Profit % = ( 180/1500 ) * 100

= 12%