4MA1/1HR Jun 2024, Question 3: Profit and Loss
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 1HR (Higher) · Calculator · 5 marks
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Given 200 loaves in white:brown ratio 3:2, prices £1.50 and £1.75, and profit percentages 40% and 60%, work out total profit.
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Solution · 5 marks
- 1200 ÷ 5 = 40, so 120 white and 80 brown loaves
- 2Profit on white: 0.4 × 1.50 × 120 = £72
- 3Profit on brown: 0.6 × 1.75 × 80 = £84
- 4Total profit = 72 + 84 = 156
Answer156
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