Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors. Please consider supporting us by whitelisting our website.

How much water must be added to a bucket which contains 40 liters of milk at the cost price of Rs.3.50 per liter so that the cost of milk reduces to Rs.2 per liter?

How much water must be added to a bucket which contains 40 liters of milk at the cost price of Rs.3.50 per liter so that the cost of milk reduces to Rs.2 per liter?

A. 25 liters
B. 28 litres
C. 30 liters
D. 35 liters
Explanation:
Total cost price =Rs(40 x 7/2) = Rs.140
Cost per litre =Rs.2,
Total quantity = 140/2 = 70 Litres.
Water to be added =(70-40) =30 Litres.