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    Question

    The ratio of milk to water in a mixture is 5:2. If 14

    liters of water is added, the ratio becomes 5:4. Find the quantity of milk in the mixture.
    A 35 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 65 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 20 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 75 liters Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Let milk = 5x, water = 2x After adding 14 L water: (5x) / (2x + 14) = 5/4 ⇒ 20x = 10x + 70 ⇒ x = 7 Milk = 5x = 35 liters

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