Milk and water are in ratio 9:3 in a 408 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 9:3 in a 408 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 349 L
B. 612 L
C. 102 L
D. 306 L
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total parts = 12. Milk = [9 / (9+3)] × 408 = 306 L.

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