document.write( "Question 828194: Without solving, explain what is wrong with the following mixture problem: How many gallons of 30% antifreeze should be added to 25 gallons of 40% antifreeze to obtain a solution of 45% antifreeze? Now go through an algebraic solution. What happens?
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document.write( "A 30% solution CANNOT be added to a 40% solution to obtain a 45% solution!! \n" );
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