Question

In a mixture, the initial ratio of A and B is 1:4. If 25% of the mixture is taken out and 20litres of B is added, then the amount of B becomes 44litres then find the initial amount of A.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Ratio of Liquids A/B = 1/4

Let initial amount of liquid be 5X

Ratio of Liquids A/B = x/4x

Assume 25% of liquid is removed

Thus removed liquid = 5x/4 = 1.25x

Removed liquid proportion A= 0.25x

and B= 1x

Liquid B becomes 44 litre after 20 litre of B is added

Thus we get 4x-x+20=44 x=8

Initial amount of A = 8 litres