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Mathematics Question on Mixtures & Alligations

Three containers have their volumes in the ratio 3:4:5. They are full of mixture of milk and water in the ratio 4:1, 3:1 and 5:2 respectively. The mixtures from all these three containers are poured into a fourth container. The ratio of milk and water in the fourth container is:

A

4:1

B

151:48

C

157:53

D

5:2

Answer

157:53

Explanation

Solution

The correct answer is(C): 157:53