Math Problem Statement
Rosamaria is setting up a 20 gallon saltwater fish tank that needs to have a salt content of 35%. If Rosamaria has water that has 2.5% salt and water that has 3.7% salt, how many gallons of the water with 3.7% salt content should Rosamaria use?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear equations
Mixtures
Percentage calculations
Formulas
Linear equations in two variables
Percentage calculation formula
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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