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OpenStudy (anonymous):

how do i set up the equation for this word problem? A solution of 78% alcohol is to be mixed with a solution of 23% alcohol to form 165 L of a 58% solution. How many liters of the 78% solution must be used?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

let x be the amount of 78% alcohol and y be for 23% so u hav x+y=165 .78x+.23y=.58*165 solve for x :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

that is wrong came out all wierd!!????

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