Question 61
MediumOriginal questionIn what ratio must a 15% sugar solution be mixed with a 35% sugar solution to get a 20% solution?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Alligation on strengths: weaker : stronger .
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Worth noting
is turned round: 20% is close to 15%, so most of the mixture is the weaker solution.
- Concept
- Alligation on strengths
- Typical timeTypical
- 90 s
- Your timeYours
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