Math Problem Statement
How many gallons each of 30% alcohol and 10% alcohol should be mixed to obtain 20 gal of 14% alcohol?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
System of Linear Equations
Percentage Mixture Problems
Formulas
x + y = Total Volume
0.30x + 0.10y = Total Alcohol Content
Theorems
Linear Equation Solving
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-10
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