$A$ mixture contains $80 \%$ acid and the rest water. What part of the mixture should be removed and replaced by the same amount of water to make the ratio of acid to water $4:3$?

  • A
    $1/7$
  • B
    $1/8$
  • C
    $1/9$
  • D
    $1/10$

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