Ratio and Proportion - Aptitude Questions and Answers Part 4

16. Alloy A is a mixture of lead and tin in the ratio 3:2 while Alloy B is a mix of tin and copper in the ratio 1:4. If I mix 60 kg of A and 100 kg of B, what would be the quantity of tin in the new mix?

a. 36 kg
b. 44 kg
c. 53 kg
d. 80 kg

Answer: b. 44 kg


17. Given that the distance is same, what would be the ratio of time taken by three bikes whose speed is in the ratio 5 : 4 : 6?

a. 5 : 4 : 6
b. 6 : 4 : 5
c. 10 : 12 : 15
d. 12 : 15 : 10

Answer: d. 12 : 15 : 10


18. x α1
y2
If y = 2; x = 1.
What will be the value of x, if y = 6?


a. 1/9
b. 1/3
c. 3
d. 9

Answer: a. 1/9


19. Given 10% of a = 20% of b.
Find the value of x : y.


a. 1 : 2
b. 2 : 1
c. 5 : 1
d. 10 : 1

Answer: b. 2 : 1