In what ratio must a shopkeeper mix rice costing Rs. 48 per kg with rice costing Rs. 63 per kg to obtain a mixture worth Rs. 54 per kg?
Correct answer C. 3:2
Explanation
By alligation, cheaper : dearer = (63 - 54) : (54 - 48) = 9 : 6 = 3 : 2.
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