. A mixture contains alcohol and water in the ratio
4 : 3. If 5 litres of water is added to the mixture, the ratio becomes 4: 5 . Find the quantity of alcohol in the given mixture.
A: 5Ltr
B: 7.5Ltr
C: 10Ltr
D: 12Ltr
Best Answer
Explanation:
Given,
Ratio of alcohol and water = 4:3
Amount of water added = 5 litres
The new ratio =4:5
We have to find the quantity of alcohol in the mixture.
Let the initial quantity be X ml,
Equating the quantity of water,
Final Answer:
The quantity of alcohol in the given mixture is 10L, Option (C) 10L.
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