In a mixture of a, b and c, a & b are mixed in 3:5 and b & c are mixed in 8:5.…
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In a mixture of a, b and c, a & b are mixed in 3:5 and b & c are mixed in 8:5. If the final mixture is 35 litres, then the amount of b (in litres) is
- A.
15.73
- B.
16.34
- C.
16.58
- D.
16.97
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Correct answer: A
Ans:-15.73
As b is common in both ratios, we should equate b in both ratios by multiplying suitable numbers.
a:b = 3:5 = 24:40
b:c = 8:5 = 40:25
So a:b:c=24:40:25. Amount of b in the mixture = (40/89) * 35 = 15.73 litees