[Rs 49.2] The cost price of three varieties of oranges namely A, B and C is Rs 20/kg, Rs 40/kg and Rs 50/kg. F

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The cost price of three varieties of oranges namely A, B and C is Rs 20/kg, Rs 40/kg and Rs 50/kg. Find the selling price of one kg of orange in which these three varieties of oranges are mixed in the ratio of 2 : 3 : 5 such that there is a net profit of 20%?

Rs 48

Rs 48.4

Rs 49.2

Rs 49.8

Explanation:

Cost price of one kg of orange in which the three varieties of oranges are mixed in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5 is equal to S where
S = 0.2 x 20 + 0.3 x 40 + 0.5 × 50
= 4 + 12 + 25
= Rs 41
Selling price per kg of oranges to ensure there is a net profit of 20%
= 1.2 x 41
= Rs 49.2

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