The ratio between water and alcohol in a mixture is 2: 3. If water content is 4 litres, how much is the alcohol in the mixture ? (A) 10 litres (B) 6 litres (C) 8 litres (D) 9 litres
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Given:
- The ratio between water and alcohol in a mixture is 2:3.
- Water contains = 4 litres
To Find:
- How much alcohol in the mixture = ?
Solution:
Let's say, the ratio of water and alcohol be 2x and 3x respectively.
According to the question —
Therefore,
- Amount of alcohol = 3x = 3 2 = 6 litres.
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