Two containers of equal capacity are full of a mixture of milk and water. In the first, the ratio of milk to water is 3 : 7 and in the second, it is 7 : 9. Now, both mixtures are mixed in a bigger container. What is the resulting ratio of milk to water?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 59 : 101.
Let the capacity of each container = 1 litre
First container:
Milk = litres
Water = litres
Second container:
Milk = litres
Water = litres
Now, both mix
Milk = + =
Water = + =
Milk : Water = 118 : 202 = 59 : 101