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The milk and water in two vessels are in the ratio of 3 : 1 and 7 : 11 respectively. In what ratio should the liquid in both the vessels be mixed to obtain a new mixture containing half milk and half water?

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  1. 5 : 7
  2. 4 : 9
  3. 1 : 1
  4. 4 : 7

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Option 2 : 4 : 9
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Given:

The milk and water in two vessels are in the ratio of 3 : 1 and 7 : 11 respectively.

Concept used:

Rule of Alligation

Calculation:

Ratio of milk and water in Vessel 1 = 3 : 1

Ratio of milk and water in Vessel 2 = 7 : 11

Now using alligation method for milk,

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∴ required ratio = (7 – 9)/18 : (2 – 3)/4 = -2/18 : -1/4 = 1/9 : 1/4 = 4 : 9

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