A confectioner sells the milk after mixing some water in it at the same rate…
2019
A confectioner sells the milk after mixing some water in it at the same rate at which he bought. If he gains 30% in this way, what is the quantity of water mixed with per litre of milk?
- A.
2.5 litre
- B.
3 litre
- C.
0.25 litre
- D.
0.30 litre
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Correct answer: D
Solution: Let the cost price of 1 litre of milk = ₹1 and water is free. Let x = litres of water mixed per litre of milk. Total mixture = 1 + x litres.