SOLUTION: How many liters of a 10% alcohol solution should be mixed with 12 liters of a 20% alcohol solution to obtain a 15% alcohol solution.

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Question 349626: How many liters of a 10% alcohol solution should be mixed with 12 liters of a 20% alcohol solution to obtain a 15% alcohol solution.
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How many liters of a 10% alcohol solution should be mixed with 12 liters of a 20% alcohol solution to obtain a 15% alcohol solution.
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15% is the midpoint, or average, so it's equal amounts.
--> 12 liters