Alcohol and water in two vessels A and B are in the ratio

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Alcohol and water in two vessels A and B are in the ratio 5 : 3 and 5 : 4 respectively. In what ratio, the liquids in both the vessels be mixed to obtain a new mixture in vessel C in the ratio 7 : 5 ?

1. 2 : 3
2. 3 : 2
3. 3 : 5
4. 2 : 5

Correct Option: B

By Alligation Rule

∴ Ratio =	1	:	1
	36		24

= 3 : 2