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A dairy in Anand has 80 litres of milk mixed with water in the ratio 5 : 3. How many litres of water must be added so that the ratio becomes 5 : 6?

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A30
  • B20
  • C36
  • D24

Step-by-Step Solution

Milk = 50 L and water = 30 L. For 5 : 6, water must be L, so add 60 − 30 = 30 litres.
Answer: A) 30

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