Question

Youve been given 2 containers of capacities : 1l and 5l. Theres a well of infinite capacity filled with water and youve to measure 7 litres by using only the given two containers. No other container can be used.

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Empty the 4 L mug and pour the 1 L from the 5 L into the empty 4 L mug. ... How will you pour exactly 7 liters of water? ... Thus, the 4 L mug is full and you have 2 L left in the 5 L mug.

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