A mixture contains spirit and water in the ratio of 3 : 2. If it contains 3 litres more spirit than water, the quantity of spirit in the mixture is = ?
A. 12 litres
B. 10 litres
C. 9 litres
D. 8 litres
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Spirit and Water in the ratio of 3 : 2There are 3 liters more spirit in the mixture.
∴ 3x - 2x = 3
⇒ x = 3
∴ Quantity of spirit in the mixture = 3 × 3 = 9
This Question Belongs to Arithmetic Ability >> Ratio
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