Milk and water are in ratio 5:7 in a 377 L mixture. Quantity of milk? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Milk and water are in ratio 5:7 in a 377 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
A. 314 L
B. 157 L
C. 199 L
D. 220 L
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Total parts = 12. Milk = [5 / (5+7)] × 377 = 157 L.

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