Multiple choice

\begin{array} { l } { \text { A mixture of milk and water is in the ratio } 3 : 2 \text { Find the percentage of milk in } } \ { \text { the mixture. } } \end{array}

  1. $50\%$
  2. $40\%$
  3. $60\%$
  4. $70\%$
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Explanation

Ratio of milk to water is 3:2. Total parts = 5. Percentage of milk = (3/5) * 100 = 60%.

AI explanation

The ratio of milk to water is 3:2, so in five total parts the milk constitutes three parts. To find the milk's percentage, divide 3 by 5 and multiply by 100 to get 60. Therefore, the percentage of milk in the mixture is 60%.

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