alleryStart learning →Base prices of three goods are Rs 10, 20 and 30; current prices are Rs 12, 22 and 32. Find the Dutot index.
A105
B110
C120
D108
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 110
The average price rises from 20 to 22, so the ratio of average prices gives 110.
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