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Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation Question on Profit and Loss

Ramsukh bhai sells rasgulla(a favourite Indian sweets) at Rs.15 per kg. A rasgulla is made up of flour and sugar in the ratio 5:3. The ratio of price of sugar and flour is 7:3 (per kg). Thus he earns 66 23\frac{2}{3}% profit. What is the cost price of sugar?

A

Rs.10/kg

B

Rs.9/kg

C

Rs.18/kg

D

Rs.14/kg

Answer

Rs.14/kg

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (D): Rs.14/kg