alleryWhich problem type is solved by the method of alligation?
AMeasuring the area of a field
BDividing an estate among heirs
CFinding simple interest on a loan
DMixing ingredients of different values
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Mixing ingredients of different values
Alligation is a practical method for arithmetic problems on mixtures of ingredients or materials.
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