general math MCQ #107

In what proportion must water be added to spirit to gain 20% by selling it at the cost price?

general math MCQ #107

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In what proportion must water be added to spirit to gain 20% by selling it at the cost price?

    • A) 1:04
    • B) 1:05
    • C) 1:06
    • D) 2:05

    Answer: 1:05

    Explanation: To gain 20% by selling at cost price, water added must be 1/5 of spirit, giving a water:spirit ratio of 1:5.