Milk and water are in ratio 5:6 in a 503 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 5:6 in a 503 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 228 L
B. 275 L
C. 272 L
D. 456 L
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total parts = 11. Milk = [5 / (5+6)] × 503 = 228 L.

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