Correct Answer - Option 1 : 24 litres
Given:
A Mixture of milk and water is in the ratio of 4 : 3 respectively. If 3 litres of water is added to this mixture, the ratio of milk and water becomes 8 : 7.
Concept used:
Ratio and proportion
Calculation:
Let the original quantity of milk and water be 4x and 3x
As per the question
⇒ \(\frac{{4x}}{{3x + 3}} = \frac{8}{7}\)
⇒ 28x = 24x + 24
⇒ 4x = 24
⇒ x = 6
Original quantity of milk in mixture is 4x
Milk = 4 × 6 = 24 litres