SOLUTION: if I have a 12% acid solution and a 21% acid solution and i need a 8% acid solution with 101 ML how would I solve this in an algabraic equation

Algebra ->  Algebra  -> Customizable Word Problem Solvers  -> Mixtures -> SOLUTION: if I have a 12% acid solution and a 21% acid solution and i need a 8% acid solution with 101 ML how would I solve this in an algabraic equation       Log On

Ad: Over 600 Algebra Word Problems at edhelper.com
Ad: Algebra Solved!™: algebra software solves algebra homework problems with step-by-step help!
Ad: Algebrator™ solves your algebra problems and provides step-by-step explanations!

   


Question 401432: if I have a 12% acid solution and a 21% acid solution and i need a 8% acid solution with 101 ML how would I solve this in an algabraic equation

Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(15646) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
if I have a 12% acid solution and a 21% acid solution and i need a 8% acid solution with 101 ML how would I solve this in an algebraic equation
:
:
This isn't possible, you are wanting a lower percent solution than either of those available.
One has to be above what you want, and one has to be below what you want.
:
In this case you could mix one of the solutions with pure water and get 8% if you want to.
:
Let me know if you want to do it this way.