Milk and water are in ratio 3:5 in a 587 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 3:5 in a 587 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 367 L
B. 220 L
C. 440 L
D. 248 L
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total parts = 8. Milk = [3 / (3+5)] × 587 = 220 L.

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