Brass is an alloy formed from copper and zinc in the ratio 3:2, based on weight. If 120g of copper is needed for a certain piece of brass, how much zinc will be needed?

Answer 1

3/2 = 120/x

Cross multiply and solve for x.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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All the members of a construction crew work at the same pace. Four of them working together are able to pour concrete foundations in 32 hours. How many hours would this job take if the number of workers decreased 2 times.

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Answer 4

Ms. Sue is wrong. The ansewer is x=4

Answer 5

80

Answer 6

it is 80g

Answer 7

The correct answer is 80g.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

Ms. Sue is actually right.

Answer 10

80 grams

Answer 11

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Answer 12

80g is the answer.

Ratio: 3 : 2
Logic: 120 : 80

Answer 13

It is 80 grams.

3x=120
x=40
2∙40= 80 grams