SOLUTION: how many lb. of metal containing 30% copper must be combined with 12 lb. of pure copper to form an alloy containing 86% copper

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Question 908495: how many lb. of metal containing 30% copper must be combined with 12 lb. of pure copper to form an alloy containing 86% copper
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