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A 60-litre mixture contains milk and water in the ratio 7 : 5. How many litres of water must be added to make the ratio of milk to water 1 : 1? (answer in litres)

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A8
  • B10
  • C12
  • D15

Step-by-Step Solution

Milk = L, water = 25 L. For 1:1, water must equal 35 L, so add 35 - 25 = 10 L.
Answer: B) 10

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