SOLUTION: Problem: A certain drug is prescribed in the form of 5% solution. How much of a 2% solution and a 10% solution of this drug must the pharmacist mix to produce 10 ounces of the pres

SOLUTION: Problem: A certain drug is prescribed in the form of 5% solution. How much of a 2% solution and a 10% solution of this drug must the pharmacist mix to produce 10 ounces of the pres

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Question 853230: Problem: A certain drug is prescribed in the form of 5% solution. How much of a 2% solution and a 10% solution of this drug must the pharmacist mix to produce 10 ounces of the prescription?
I know I have to find two equations:
1) being X + Y = 10
I'm having trouble figuring out the second equation.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Information about that second equation is thoroughly explained in this lesson:

Mixing two concentrations for known amount of mixture
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