Question

    The ratio of milk and water in a mixture of 28 litres is

    4 : 3. Find the quantity of milk in the mixture? 
    A 32 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 20 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 22 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 16 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Given: Total mixture = 28 litres Ratio of milk : water = 4 : 3 4 (milk) + 3 (water) = 7 parts 28 litres ÷ 7 parts = 4 litres per part Milk = 4 parts = 4 × 4 = 16 litres Milk = 16 litres

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