(a)
To Find: A rational equation to find the value of
The required rational equation is
Given information:
Brass is an alloy composed of
Explanation:
Let
Therefore, the number of ounces of zinc needed will be given by:
(b)
To calculate: The number of ounces of zinc needed to make brass.
The number of ounces of zinc needed to make brass is
Given information:
Brass is an alloy composed of
Explanation:
Let
The copper available is
Solve it for
The zinc required will be
So,
Therefore, the number of ounces of zinc needed to make brass is
(c)
To Find: The ounces of zinc that must be added to make brass, where c is the ounces of copper available.
The zinc needed to make brass is
Given information:
Brass is an alloy composed of
Explanation:
Let
The copper available is
Solve it for
The zinc required will be
So,
Therefore, the zinc needed to make brass is
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