In a mixture of 55 litres, fruit juice and water are in the ratio of 4 : 1. How much water (in litres) must be added to make the mixture ratio 2 : 1?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is 3 i.e. 11
Given that
A mixture solution of 55 litres,
The fruit juice and water are in the ratio of 4: 1
The water in the solution = (1/5) × 55 = 11 litres
The fruit juice in the solution = (4/5) × 55 = 44 litres
Water is to be added so the mixture will be 2:1
The quantity of fruit juice is same in final mixture i.e. 44 litres
According to the question
2 units = 44 litres
1 units = 22 litres
So, the quantity of water in final mixture is 22 litres
Hence, water must be added in initial mixture = 22 - 11 = 11 litres