Problema Solution
The label on a 12-ounce can of frozen concentrate Hawaiian Punch indicates that when the can of concentrate is mixed with 3 cans(36-ounces) of cold water the resulting mixture is 10% fruit juice. Find the percent of pure juice in the can of concentrate.
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Let 'x' represent the percent of pure juice in the can of concentrate (as a decimal).
x*12 + 0*36 = 0.10(12 + 36)
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x = 0.4 or 40%
The percent of pure juice in the can of concentrate is 40%.