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Amy had two solutions, one with 5% alcohol and other with 10% alcohol. To determine: Amount of each solution that should be mixed to obtain 5 gallons of 8% alcohol solution.

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter1: Foundations

Section1.10: Systems Of Measurement

Problem 1.290TI: Joellen wants to double a solution of 5 gallons 3 quarts. How many gallons of solution will she have...

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