general math MCQ #728

In what ratio must water be mixed with milk to gain 16 2/3 % by selling the mixture at cost price?

general math MCQ #728

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In what ratio must water be mixed with milk to gain 16 2/3 % by selling the mixture at cost price?

    • A) 1:06
    • B) 2:03
    • C) 4:03
    • D) 6:01

    Answer: 1:06

    Explanation: To gain 1/6 (16⅔%) by selling at cost price, water:milk = gain fraction = 1:6.