Question

An alloy is composed of nickel, zinc, and copper in a5:4:8 ratio. How many kilograms of each metal are needed to make 3.4 kg of this alloy?

Answer 1

copper is 1.6

Explanation:

Answer 2

5x+4x+8x=3.4
17x=3.4
x=0.2
Nickel 1 kg
Zinc 0.8 kg
Copper 1.6 kg