In a mixture of 60 L, the ratio of milk and water is 2 : 1. If the ratio of milk and water is to be 1 : 2, then the amount of water to be further added must be?

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Milk = (2/3) x 60 = 40 L Water = (1/3) x 60 = 20 L Water added = W L Now, 40/(20 + W) = 1/2 ⇒ W = 60 L

In a mixture of 60 L, the ratio of milk and water is 2 : 1. If the ratio of milk and water is to be 1 : 2, then the amount of water to be further added must be?

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