In two containers A and B, milk and water are in the ratio 4 : 5 and 5 : 1 respectively. In what ratio both the quantity of mixture should be mixed together so that in the new mixture of ratio of milk and water will becomes 5 : 4.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
Milk : Water
A ⇒ 4 : 5 ⇒ 9 (× 2 = 18)
B ⇒ 5 : 1 ⇒ 6 (× 3 = 18)
A+B ⇒ 5 : 4 ⇒ 9 (× 2 = 18)
Make all quantity equal and use allegation method:
Therefore, the mixture should be mixed in the ratio 5 : 2.