- A12
- B9
- C15
- D6
Step-by-Step Solution
Juice = 15 L, water = 9 L. For 3 : 1, juice must be 27 L. Juice to add = 27 − 15 = 12 L.
Answer: A) 12
A can holds 24 litres of a juice-and-water drink in the ratio 5 : 3. How many litres of juice must be added to make the ratio 3 : 1?
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