SOLUTION: how many ounces of a 45% alcohol solution must be mixed with 5 ounces of a 50% alcohol solution to make a 46% alcohol solution

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Question 465898: how many ounces of a 45% alcohol solution must be mixed with 5 ounces of a 50% alcohol solution to make a 46% alcohol solution
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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m(.45)+5(.50)=.46(m+5)
.45m+2.5=.46m+2.3
.2=.01m
m=20
You need 20 ozs. of 45% solution for your 46% solution..