Vicki S.
asked • 05/21/18systems of equations but dont solve
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A nontoxic floor wax can be made from lemon juice and food-grade linseed oil. The amount of oil should be twice the amount of lemon juice. How much of each ingredient is needed to make 4242
ounces of floor wax?
A nontoxic floor wax can be made from lemon juice and food-grade linseed oil. The amount of oil should be twice the amount of lemon juice. How much of each ingredient is needed to make 4242
ounces of floor wax?
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Andy C. answered • 05/22/18
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O = 2L <--- oil is twice lemon juice
O + L = 42
2L+L = 42
3L = 42
L=14
14 ounces of lemon juice
28 ounces of oil
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