Question

    "X" acquired 15 books at a cost of Rs. 840 each and an additional 25 books at a price of Rs. 480 each. Determine the average price per book "X" bought.

    A Rs.600 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.615 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.610 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E none of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Total price of all the books purchased by ‘X’ = 15 × 840 + 25 × 480 = 12600 + 12000 = Rs. 24600 Total number of books purchased = 15 + 25 = Rs. 40 Required average price = 24600/40 = Rs.615

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