A solution containing 3g/L of a salt solution pours into a tank, initially half full of water, at a rate of 6L/min. The well-stirred mixture flows out at a rate of 4L/min. If the tank holds 60 L, find the amount of salt (in grams) in the tank when the solution overflows.

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A solution containing 3g/L of a salt solution pours into a tank, initially half full of water, at a rate of 6L/min. The well-stirred mixture flows out at a rate of 4L/min. If the tank holds 60 L, find the amount of salt (in grams) in the tank when the solution overflows. 

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