Quantitative Aptitude Ques 2072

Question: In a mixture of 25 L, the ratio of acid to water is 4: 1. Another 3 L of water is added to the mixture. The ratio of acid to water in the new mixture is

Options:

A) 5 : 2

B) 2 : 5

C) 3 : 5

D) 5 : 3

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • Given, acid : water» 4:1, Total mixture = 25 L Now, in 25 L of mixture, Acid $ =\frac{4}{5}\times 25=20L $ and Water = 5 L After the addition of 3 L of water.

$ \therefore $ New ratio $ =20:8=5:2 $