Quantitative Aptitude · Mixtures & Alligation
In what ratio should milk costing ₹40 per litre be mixed with milk costing ₹60 per litre so that the mixture costs ₹50 per litre?
Question
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In what ratio should milk costing ₹40 per litre be mixed with milk costing ₹60 per litre so that the mixture costs ₹50 per litre?
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Explanation
Given
Cost of milk 1 = ₹40 per litre
Cost of milk 2 = ₹60 per litre
Mean price = ₹50 per litre
Solution
Using the Alligation Rule:
Simplify:
✅ Answer
1 : 1 (Option A)