In a mixture of 60 litres, the ratio of milk and water is 2 : 1. What amount of water must be added to make the ratio 1 : 2?

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Milk = 60 x (2/3) litres =40 litres Water = (60 - 40) litres = 20 litres ∵ 40 / (20 + x) = 1/2 ⇒ 20 + x = 80 ∴ x = 60 Hence water to be added = 60 litres.

In a mixture of 60 litres, the ratio of milk and water is 2 : 1. What amount of water must be added to make the ratio 1 : 2?

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