Question

    A mixture of 392 ml consists of

    milk and honey in the ratio of 9:5. If an additional 48 ml of milk and 400 ml of honey are mixed into it, what is the new ratio of milk to honey in the final mixture?
    A 12:13 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 7:5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3:7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 5:9 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Quantity of milk in 392 ml of mixture = (9/14) × 392 = 252 ml Quantity of honey in 392 ml of mixture = 392 – 252 = 140 ml Desired ratio = (252 + 48):(140 + 400) = 300:540 = 5:9

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