Detailed Solution

SP of the mixture of both the salts = Rs. 29.90

CP of the mixture of both the salts = 29.90 × (100/115) = Rs 26

Using Allegation method

28 16

26

10 2

The required ratio of Quantity of salt of costing Rs. 28 to that of costing

Rs 16 = 10x : 2x = 5x : x

⇒ x = 39.6

⇒ 5x = 5 × 39.6 = 198 kg

Answer:

SP of the mixture of both the salts = Rs. 29.90

CP of the mixture of both the salts = 29.90 × (100/115) = Rs 26

Using Allegation method

28 16

26

10 2

The required ratio of Quantity of salt of costing Rs. 28 to that of costing

Rs 16 = 10x : 2x = 5x : x

⇒ x = 39.6

⇒ 5x = 5 × 39.6 = 198 kg

Note: In the actual exam, the given options were incorrect, therefore, we have modified them and have provided the solution accordingly.