In a certain chemical, the ratio of zinc to copper is 3 to 19. A jar of the chemical contains 874 grams of copper. How many grams of zinc does it contain?

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In a certain chemical, the ratio of zinc to copper is 3 to 19. A jar of the chemical contains 874 grams of copper. How many grams of zinc does it contain?

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Answer:

138

Explanation:

(3)/(19) =
(x)/(874) cross multiply

19 x = 3(874)

19x = 2622 Divide both sides by 19

x = 138

Lucas Fernandes answered May 8, 2023

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