Question

A pharmacist has a 6% solution of cough syrup and a 14% solution of the same cough syrup. How many ounces of each must be mixed to make 16 ounces of a 10% solution of cough syrup?

Answer 1

8 ounces of each must be mixed to make 16 ounces of a 10%solution.

Explanation:

The careful analysis and detailed calculation is as shown in the attached file.