Milk and water are in ratio 8:2 in a 253 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 8:2 in a 253 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 202 L
B. 51 L
C. 404 L
D. 245 L
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total parts = 10. Milk = [8 / (8+2)] × 253 = 202 L.

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