Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

In a triangle XYZ , which of the following conditions is true

XY YZ > ZX
XY + YZ < ZX
XY YZ < XZ
XY + ZX < YZ

Correct Answer: XY YZ < XZ

Explanation:

Ratio of milk and water = 2 : 1 Quantity of milk = 60 X 2/3 = 40 litre Quantity of water = 20 litre To make ratio, 1: 2, we have to double the water that of milk So, water should be 80 litre. That means 80 – 20 = 60 litre water to be added.

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