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In container P, there is 60 litres of milk and in container Q there is 40 litres of water. 40% of milk and 50% of water is taken out from the respective containers and are mixed in container R. How much water should be added to container R such that the ratio of milk to water becomes 3:5?

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A 9 litres

B 16 litres

C 15 litres

D 11 litres

E 20 litres

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