Question : A certain quantity of water is mixed with milk price at Rs. 48 per litre. The price of the mixture is Rs. 30 per litre. The ratio of water and milk in the new mixture:(water is available free of cost)
Option 1: 3 : 2
Option 2: 3 : 5
Option 3: 2 : 3
Option 4: 2 : 5
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Correct Answer: 3 : 5
Solution : Given: Price of milk = Rs. 48 per litre Price of mixture = Rs. 30 per litre Price of Water = Rs. 0 per litre By using the rule of alligation Milk = 30 – 0 = 30 Water = 48 – 30 = 18 The ratio of water and milk is 18 : 30 = 3 : 5 Hence, the correct answer is 3 : 5.
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