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Class 7 - Mathematics - Unit 7: Comparing Quantities - Problems and Solutions
Question 103

Question. 103

800 kg of mortar consists of 55% sand, 33% cement and rest lime. What is the mass of lime in mortar?

Answer:

96 kg

Detailed Answer with Explanation:

Sand = 55%, Cement = 33%, Total = 88%. Remaining = 12%. Lime = 12% of 800 = 96 kg.