Ratio And Proportion Q8

8.	In a mixture 60 litres, the ratio of milk and water 2 : 1. If the this ratio is to be 1 : 2, then the quanity of water to be further added is:
	A. 20 litres B. 30 litres C. 40 litres D. 60 litres

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

Quantity of milk =		60 x	2	litres = 40 litres.
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Quantity of water in it = (60- 40) litres = 20 litres.

New ratio = 1 : 2

Let quantity of water to be added further be x litres.

Then, milk : water =		40		.
		20 + x

Now,		40		=	1
		20 + x			2

 20 + x = 80

 x = 60.

                        Quantity of water to be added = 60 litres.