Hot cocoa mocha mix ratios?

• A. 8,12,16
• B. 5,10,15
• C. 12,16,20
• D. 10,14,18

Answer: (D)

Understanding ratios and simplifying them helps you see the real proportion among three ingredients in a hot cocoa mocha mix. To compare these options, reduce each triple by their greatest common divisor.

• 8, 12, 16 simplifies to 2:3:4.

• 5, 10, 15 simplifies to 1:2:3.

• 12, 16, 20 simplifies to 3:4:5.

• 10, 14, 18 simplifies to 5:7:9.

The best balance for a mocha blend is the simplest form that keeps a smooth, even progression across the three components. 10, 14, 18 reduces to 5:7:9, which is a balanced triple with no common factor, giving a harmonious mix where cocoa, coffee, and milk are combined in a steady proportion. The other options yield different balances (2:3:4, 1:2:3, 3:4:5), which would shift the relative emphasis of the ingredients. That balanced, no-common-factor form makes the ratio in the question the most suitable choice.