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A mixture contains milk and water in the ratio 4:5, respectively. If half of the mixture is replaced with 5 litres of water, then the resultant mixture will contain milk and water in the ratio 3:4, respectively. Find the original quantity of the mixture.

A 180 litres

B 240 litres

C 270 litres

D 220 litres

E 200 litres

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