SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 82

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • Reasoning • Q82

In a 30 L mixture, milk; water = 3:2. How much water must be added to make the ratio 1:1?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 6 L.

Total mixture = 30 L

Ratio of milk : water = 3 : 2

So, Milk = 35{3 \over 5} × 30 = 18 L

Water = 25{2 \over 5} × 30 = 12 L

To make ratio 1 : 1, water must equal milk (18 L).

Current water = 12 L

Water to be added = 18 − 12 = 6 L

Thus, 6 litres of water must be added.