SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 63

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 20/02/2018 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q63

A drum contains 80 litres of ethanol. 20 litres of this liquid is removed and replaced with water. 20 litres of this mixture is again removed and replaced with water. How much water (in litres) is present in this drum now?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3. i.e. 35.

Remaining water in the drum = 80 – 83

= 80 – 5 × 3 × 3

= 80 – 45

= 35 litre