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A 72-litre can of milk and water has the two in the ratio 5 : 1. How many litres of water must be poured in to change the ratio to 5 : 3?

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A24
  • B12
  • C36
  • D18

Step-by-Step Solution

Milk = 60 L, water = 12 L. For 5 : 3, water must be L, so add 36 − 12 = 24 litres.
Answer: A) 24

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