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Question 899439: A regulation requires that in order for soda to be termed as "naturally flavored", the drink must contain at least 10% fruit juice. how much pure fruit juice must a manufacturer add to 900 gallons of 5% orange soda to conform to the regulation?
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Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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.05(900G) + x = .10(900G + x)
x = .05(900G)/.90 = 50G

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):