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Chapter1: Foundations
Section1.10: Systems Of Measurement
Problem 1.302TI: How many liters are in 4 quarts of milk?
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A tank contains 50 gallons of a solution composed of 90% water and 10% alcohol. A second solution containing 50% water and 50% alcohol is added to the tank at a rate of 4 gallons per minute. As the second solution is being added, the tank is being drained at a rate of 5 gallons per minute. The solution in the tank is stirred constantly. How much alcohol is in the tank after 10 minutes?

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