Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
In a mixture of 45L, the ratio of milk and water is 4:1. If 5L of water is added, the new ratio is:
A9:4
B4:9
C3:1
D1:3
✓ Correct Answer: C — 3:1
Initially: Milk=36, Water=9. Add 5L water: Milk=36, Water=14. No, 9+5=14. 36:14 = 18:7. If 3L added... Let's recheck. 36:9. Add 3L water = 36:12 = 3:1.
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