document.write( "Question 30727: How many gallons of 16% alcohol solution should be added to 30 gal of a 45% alcohol solution to make a 21% solution? Please help me set this up. \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #17452 by Paul(988)![]() ![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! 16x+45(30)=21(x+30) \n" ); document.write( "16x+1350=21x+630 \n" ); document.write( "5x=720 \n" ); document.write( "x=144 \n" ); document.write( "Hence, about 144gallons of 16% solution is needed. \n" ); document.write( "Paul. \n" ); document.write( " |