Question

    A jar contains a mixture of milk and water in the ratio

    10:3, respectively. If 8-litres of the mixture is taken out, then the quantity of water left in the mixture will be 42 litres. Find the original quantity of the mixture in the jar.
    A 190 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 150 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 170 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 180 litres Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Total quantity of mixture after removing 8-litres = 42 × (13/3) = 182 litres So, original quantity of the mixture = 182 + 8 = 190 litres

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