Julie wants to make 800 g of a 15% alcohol solution by mixing a 20% solution and a 4% solution. How many grams of each kind does she need?

Wejd DAGHFOUS asked Jan 16, 2022

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Julie wants to make 800 g of a 15% alcohol solution by mixing a

20% solution and a 4% solution. How many grams of each kind
does she need?

Wejd DAGHFOUS asked Jan 16, 2022

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Answer:

x =550

y=250

Explanation:

.2x + .04y = 120

x + y = 800

Randall Hauch answered Jan 21, 2022

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