
Munira M.
asked 02/11/24A doctor prescribes an ointment that is 2% hydrocortisone. A pharmacist has 1% and 5% concentrations in stock. How many ounces of each should the pharmacist use to make a 5-ounce tube?
A doctor prescribes an ointment that is 2% hydrocortisone. A pharmacist has 1% and 5% concentrations in stock. How many ounces of each should the pharmacist use to make a 5-ounce tube?
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Mark M. answered 02/11/24
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0.01x + 0.05(5 - x) = 0.02x
Solve for x.
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