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A container holds 50 litres of pure milk. Water is added until the ratio of milk to water becomes 5:3. How many litres of water were added?

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A25
  • B15
  • C20
  • D30

Step-by-Step Solution

Milk = 50 L corresponds to 5 parts, so 1 part = 10 L. Water = 3 parts = 30 litres.
Answer: D) 30

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