- A9
- B15
- C6
- D12
Step-by-Step Solution
Milk = 40 L and water = 15 L. For 5 : 3, water must be L, so add 24 − 15 = 9 litres.
Answer: A) 9
A dairy in Anand has 55 litres of milk and water mixed in the ratio 8 : 3. How many litres of water must be added to bring the ratio to 5 : 3?
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