SOLUTION: Scott wants to make 6 gal of a 50% sugar solution by mixing together a 60% sugar solution and pure water. How much of each solution must he use?

Question 1069883: Scott wants to make 6 gal of a 50% sugar solution by mixing together a 60% sugar solution and pure water. How much of each solution must he use?

Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let = gallons of 60% sugar solution needed
= gallons of sugar in 60% solution
Let = gallons of water needed
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and
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5 gallons of 60% sugar solution is needed
1 gallon of water is needed
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check:
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OK

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