Patrick B. answered 03/23/19
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0.4X + 0.45*8 = 0.44*(x+8)
0.4X + 3.6 = 0.44x + 3.52
3.6 - 3.52 = 0.44x - 0.4x
0.08 = 0.04x
x = 2
2 ounces
Elio A.
asked 03/22/19How many ounces of a 40% alcohol solution must be mixed with 8 ounces of a 45% alcohol solution to make a
44% alcohol solution?
Patrick B. answered 03/23/19
Math and computer tutor/teacher
0.4X + 0.45*8 = 0.44*(x+8)
0.4X + 3.6 = 0.44x + 3.52
3.6 - 3.52 = 0.44x - 0.4x
0.08 = 0.04x
x = 2
2 ounces
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Elio A.
Thank you, I left out part of the equation oops! :)03/23/19