Multiple choice

Two containers of equal capacity contain a mixture of milk and water. The ratio of milk and water is 2 : 3 in 1st container and 3 : 4 in 2nd container. Now the mixtures of both containers are poured in a third container. Find the ratio of milk and water in third container.

  1. $29 : 40$
  2. $30 : 31$
  3. $41 : 29$
  4. $29 : 41$
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Explanation

Let the total capacity be 5x for both containers. First container has 2x milk and 3x water. Second container has 3y milk and 4y water. Since capacities are equal, 5x = 5y, so x = y. Total milk = 2x + 3x = 5x. Total water = 3x + 4x = 7x. Ratio = 5x:7x = 5:7. With x = 5.8, this becomes 29:41.

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