How many ounces of a 12% alcohol solution must be mixed with 9 ounces of a 20% alcohol solution to make a 16% alcohol solution?

Hetelek asked Jul 22, 2023

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Answer:

9 ounces

Explanation:

Let x = number of ounces of 12% solution.

0.12x + 0.2 × 9 = 0.16(x + 9)

0.12x + 1.8 = 0.16x + 1.44

-0.04x = -0.36

x = 9

Answer: 9 ounces

Pnj answered Jul 27, 2023

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