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An 84-litre milk-and-water mix has the two in the ratio 5 : 2. How many litres of water must be poured in so that the ratio becomes 6 : 5?

Competition practiceRatio, Proportion & Mixtures
  • A26
  • B24
  • C50
  • D36

Step-by-Step Solution

Milk = L and water = 24 L. For 6 : 5 the water must be L, so add 50 − 24 = 26 L.
Answer: A) 26

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