SOLUTION: A 10% solution of iodine weighs 10 oz. Determine amount of alcohol added (oz.) to make a 5% solution. Amt. of alcohol to be added: n Not sure how to continue. Non - homew

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Question 1126869: A 10% solution of iodine weighs 10 oz. Determine amount of alcohol added (oz.) to make a 5% solution.

Amt. of alcohol to be added: n
Not sure how to continue. Non - homework.
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A 10% solution of iodine weighs 10 oz. Determine amount of alcohol added (oz.) to make a 5% solution.
Amt. of alcohol to be added: n
Not sure how to continue. Non - homework.
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"oz", "ounces", "weighs"

x, amount of alcohol to add
0.10%2A10=0.05%28x%2B10%29


should expect x=10.