document.write( "Question 970095: To reduce 32 grams of a 25% antiseptic solution to a 10% antiseptic solution, how much distilled water should a pharmacist add? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #592769 by macston(5194)![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! . \n" ); document.write( "32 grams of 25% solution contains (0.25)(32g)=8 grams of antiseptic. \n" ); document.write( "8 grams is 10% of (8g)/0.10=80 grams \n" ); document.write( "80 grams-32 grams=48 grams \n" ); document.write( "ANSWER: You should add 48 grams of water to 32 grams of 25% solution to make a 10% solution. \n" ); document.write( " |