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The ratio of copper to zinc in a certain alloy is 3 to 2. If 30 grams of copper are used, how many grams of zinc are needed to make this alloy?

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samuelonum1

Answer:

zinc is 20grams

Step-by-step explanation:

Given data

Ratio copper :zinc = 3:2

Copper =30 grams

Applying the ratio

3/2=30/x

Cross multiply

3x=30*2

3x=60

Divide both sides by 3

x=60/3

x=20

Hence zinc is 20grams

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