In a mixture of $75 \, litres$,the ratio of milk to water is $2:1$. The amount of water to be further added to the mixture so as to make the ratio of milk to water $1:2$ will be (in $litres$):

  • A
    $45$
  • B
    $60$
  • C
    $75$
  • D
    $80$

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