Question

In a mixture 80 litres, the ratio of milk and water 3 : 1. If this ratio is to be 1 : 3, then the quanity of water (in litres) to be further added is

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

If the ratio of water and milk is 1:3 then,

1x + 3x =80

4x = 80

x= 20

Therefore, 1x=1×20=20

3x=3×20=60

Therefore

Quantity of water= 20 litres

Quantity of milk= 60 litres