Milk and water are in ratio 8:2 in a 260 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 8:2 in a 260 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 208 L
B. 255 L
C. 416 L
D. 52 L
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total parts = 10. Milk = [8 / (8+2)] × 260 = 208 L.

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