Question

The table below shows the combination of a dry prepackaged mix and water to make concrete. The mix says for every 1 gallon of water stir 60 pounds of dry mix. We know that 1 gallon of water is equal to 8 pounds of water. Using the information, finish the table. NEED HELP ON FINISHING THE TABLE.

Dry mix lbs water lbs total lbs
________ _________ 14 1/6
________ _________ ________

Answer 1

Let's assign a variable x to the number of multiples for each pound of dry mix and water. With that being the said, the question for finding the total pounds would be:

Total pounds = x*Pounds of dry mix + x*Pounds of water
Total pounds = 60x + 8x = 68x = 14 + 1/6 = 85/6
x = 85/6 / 68
x = 5/24

Thus, the pounds of dry mix is 60*5/24 = 25/2 lbs, while the pounds of water is 8*5/24 = 5/3 pounds.