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A formula for 1250 tablets contains 6.25 grams (g) of diazepam. How many grams of diazepam should be used in preparing 350 tablets?

Answer 1

1.75 grams

Explanation:

• 1250 tablets contains 6.25 grams diazepam
• 350 tablets contain x grams of diazepam

1250 / 350 = 6.25 / x Cross multiply

1250 * x = 350 * 6.25 Combine the right

1250x = 2187.5 Divide both sides by 1250

1250x / 1250 = 2187.5/1250 Do the division

x = 1.75 grams of diazepam should be used in 350 tablets