A 40-liter mixture contains juice and water in the ratio 5:3. How much water…
2025
A 40-liter mixture contains juice and water in the ratio 5:3. How much water (in liters) must be added to this
mixture to change the ratio of juice to water to 2:3?
- A.
15.5 litres
- B.
22.5 litres
- C.
25 litres
- D.
30 litres
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Correct answer: B
1. 40L = 25J + 15W
2. (25)/(15+x) = 2/3 => 75 = 30 + 2x => 2x = 45 => x = 22.5