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How many liters of 10% alcohol solution must be mixed with 90 liters of 60% solution to get a 30% solution?

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let


x = L of 10% alcohol solution, x>0


10% alcohol solution mixed with 90 liters of 60% solution to get a 30% solution


0.10x + 0.60*90 = 0.30(x + 90)


by solving the equations we find


x = 135 L


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135 liters of 10% alcohol solution must be used for the mix.