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A 40-litre mixture contains milk and water in the ratio 3 : 1. How much water must be added to make the ratio 3 : 2? (answer in litres)

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A10
  • B12
  • C15
  • D8

Step-by-Step Solution

Milk = 30 L, water = 10 L. For ratio 3 : 2, water must be L. Water to add = 20 − 10 = 10 litres.
Answer: A) 10

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