$A$ tub contains a mixture of two liquids $P$ and $Q$ in the ratio of $4:1$. When $10 \, L$ of the mixture is taken out and $10 \, L$ of liquid $Q$ is poured into the tub,the ratio becomes $2:3$. How many litres of liquid $P$ were contained in the tub initially?

  • A
    $10$
  • B
    $15$
  • C
    $20$
  • D
    $16$

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