A special dough ratio is as follows: - 2.5 parts flour - 2 parts unsalted butter - 1 part water You have 3 lbs. 12 oz. flour. 1) How many pounds of butter do you need? lbs. 2) How many pounds of water do you need? lbs.

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A special dough ratio is as follows:

- 2.5 parts flour

- 2 parts unsalted butter

- 1 part water

You have 3 lbs. 12 oz. flour. 

1) How many pounds of butter do you need?

         lbs.

2) How many pounds of water do you need?

         lbs.

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