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Q · Mixture and AlligationMedium · 45s
Two vessels contain mixtures of milk and water in the ratio 3:1 and 4:1. In what ratio should they be mixed to get a mixture of ratio 5:2?
TopicMixture and Alligation
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Final Answer: Option C — 3:2