In a chemical mixture, 2 g of chemical A are used for each gram of chemical B, and 3 g of chemical C are needed for each gram of B. If 72 g of the mixture are prepared, what amount (in grams) of each chemical is needed?

In a chemical mixture, 2 g of chemical A are used for each gram of chemical B, and 3 g of chemical C are needed for each gram of B. If 72 g of the mixture are prepared, what amount (in grams) of each chemical is needed?

Intermediate Algebra

19th Edition

ISBN:9780998625720

Author:Lynn Marecek

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Chapter7: Rational Expressions And Functions

Section7.5: Solve Applications With Rational Equations

Problem 7.88TI: For every 1 kilogram (kg) of a child’s weight, pediatricians prescribe 15 milligrams (mg) of a fever...

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In a chemical mixture, 2 g of chemical A are used for each
gram of chemical B, and 3 g of chemical C are needed for
each gram of B. If 72 g of the mixture are prepared, what
amount (in grams) of each chemical is needed?

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