Question

    A milkman mixed milk and water in an empty container in

    the ratio 13:9. The quantity of milk mixed was bought by the milkman at the rate of Rs. 44/litre. If he bought the total milk for Rs. 2288, then find the quantity of water mixed in the empty container.
    A 45 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 35 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 44 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 36 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Quantity of milk mixed = 2288/44 = 52 litres So, quantity of water mixed = (52/13) × 9 = 36 litres

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