In the mixture water and wine are in the ratio of 7 : 19. If it contains 12 liters more wine than water, then what will be the quantity of wine in the mixture?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 19 litres.
Given:
The ratio of wine and water in the mixture = 7 : 19
The given mixture contains 12 liters more wine than water.
Explanation:
The ratio of water to wine is 7 : 19
⇒ Water/Wine = 7/19
⇒ Water = 7/19 × Wine
If it contains 12 liters more wine than water
⇒ Wine = Water + 12
⇒ Wine = 7/19 Wine + 12
⇒ 19 Wine = 7 Wine + 228
⇒ 12 Wine = 228
⇒ Wine = 19
So, the quantity of wine in the mixture is 19 liters