SOLUTION: directions call for mixing 8 ounces of powder to 51 gallons of water, I only need enough powder for 5 gallons of water. How much powder do I use?

SOLUTION: directions call for mixing 8 ounces of powder to 51 gallons of water, I only need enough powder for 5 gallons of water. How much powder do I use?

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Question 803248: directions call for mixing 8 ounces of powder to 51 gallons of water, I only need enough powder for 5 gallons of water. How much powder do I use?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Set up a ratio

0.784 ounces of powder should be used

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