A solution is prepared by dissolving sugar in water. The solution is 25.0%, by mass, sugar. How many grams of WATER are in 472 grams of this solution? a) 118 g b) 157 g c) 408 g d) 354 g e) 396 g

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A solution is prepared by dissolving sugar in water. The solution is 25.0%, by mass, sugar. How many grams of WATER are in 472 grams of this solution?

a) 118 g
b) 157 g
c) 408 g
d) 354 g
e) 396 g

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$\hbox{mass of sugar} = 25\% \cdot 472 \ g= 118 \ g \\ \hbox{mass of water} = 472 \ g - 118 \ g=354 \ g$

The answer is D) 354 g.

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