Two alloys have copper 70% and 40%. Mixed to get 55% copper. Ratio of mixing: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two alloys have copper 70% and 40%. Mixed to get 55% copper. Ratio of mixing:
A. 3:2
B. 1:2
C. 1:1
D. 2:1
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Alligation: (70-55):(55-40) = 15:15 = 1:1.

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