Two glasses of equal volume are filled with a mixture of alcohol and water in the ratio 3 : 2 and 4 : 1, respectively. These glasses are emptied into a third glass. What is the ratio of alcohol and water in the third glass?
- A. 5:4
- B. 7:2
- C. 7:3 ✓
- D. 7:4
Correct Answer: C. 7:3
Explanation
Assume each glass holds 5 units. Glass 1 has 3 units alcohol, 2 units water. Glass 2 has 4 units alcohol, 1 unit water. Total alcohol = 3 + 4 = 7. Total water = 2 + 1 = 3. New ratio is 7:3.
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