Linear Equations in Two Variables

SAT Math· difficulty 3/5

Mix xx liters of 20% acid with yy liters of 50% acid. Total acid in liters is:

  • A

    0.20x+0.50y0.20x + 0.50y

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  • B

    0.70(x+y)0.70(x + y)

  • C

    20x+50y20x + 50y

  • D

    x+yx + y

Explanation

Acid amount = (concentration)(volume): 0.20x+0.50y0.20x + 0.50y.

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