A mixture contains milk and water in the ratio 5:2. If 4 litres of water is added, the ratio becomes 5:4. Find the initial quantity of milk in the mixture.
A
8 litres
B
10 litres
C
12 litres
D
15 litres
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Correct Answer 10 litres
Explanation
Let Milk = 5x, Water = 2x. New Water = 2x + 4. So, 5x / (2x + 4) = 5/4 => 20x = 10x + 20 => 10x = 20 => x = 2. Milk = 5 * 2 = 10 litres.