The amount (by weight) of gold, silver, and lead in three alloys of these metals are in the ratios: FIRST ALLOY 4:3:2 ; SECOND ALLOY 3:5:1 ; and THIRD ALLOY 2:2:5. It is desired to make a fourth alloy containing equal amounts of gold, silver and lead. How many grams of the first alloy should be used for every 10 grams of the new alloy?

The amount (by weight) of gold, silver, and lead in three alloys of these metals are in the ratios: FIRST ALLOY 4:3:2 ; SECOND ALLOY 3:5:1 ; and THIRD ALLOY 2:2:5. It is desired to make a fourth alloy containing equal amounts of gold, silver and lead. How many grams of the first alloy should be used for every 10 grams of the new alloy?

Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)

6th Edition

ISBN:9780134463216

Author:Robert F. Blitzer

Publisher:Robert F. Blitzer

ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...

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