What is the strength​ (expressed as a​ percent) of a 600 milliliter solution that contains 120 grams of​ dextrose?

Question

What is the strength​ (expressed as a​ percent) of a 600 milliliter solution that contains 120 grams of​ dextrose?

Answer 1

To express as a percent, you want it as grams per 100 ml (for % w/v). You have the grams (120) and the volume (600 ml). So the % w/v is 120g/600 ml x100 = 20% w/v