Milk and water are in ratio 5:2 in a 305 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 5:2 in a 305 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 434 L
B. 265 L
C. 88 L
D. 217 L
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total parts = 7. Milk = [5 / (5+2)] × 305 = 217 L.

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