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A milkman mixed some water with milk to gain 25% by selling the mixture at the cost price. The ratio of water and milk is respectively
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- 5 : 4
- 4 : 5
- 1 : 5
- 1 : 4
Correct Option: D
Let C.P. of 1 litre of milk= Rs. 100
∴ Mixture sold for Rs. 125 = | = | litre | ||
100 | 4 |
∴ Quantity of water = | - 1 = | litre | ||
4 | 4 |
∴ Required ratio = | : 1 = 1 : 4 | 4 |