Question
Quantitative Aptitude Question on Mixtures and Allegations
There are three cans and a bucket. The cans each have a capacity of 5 litres, but are partially filled with water. The bucket also has some water in it. The sum of the water in the bucket and water in the first can is half of the total bucket capacity. When the first and third cans are emptied into the bucket, it contains 6 litres of water. Instead, when the second and the third cans are emptied into the bucket, it contains 7 litres of water. When water in all the cans are poured into the bucket, it is filled to its capacity. The first and second can contain a total of 7 litres. How many litres did the bucket already contain?
A
1 litre
B
2 litre
C
3 litre
D
4 litre
E
5 litre
Answer
1 litre
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A): 1 litre