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The ratio of Milk and water in a mixture ( by volume ) is 4 : 3. If 4 litres of water is added to it, then the ratio becomes 1 : 1. What was the quantity of milk in the initial ratio ?

A

20 litres

B

16 litres

C

12 litres

D

18 litres

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B
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