If a mixture of two liquids A and B is made in the ratio 1:4, what is the percen

Practice Questions

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If a mixture of two liquids A and B is made in the ratio 1:4, what is the percentage of liquid A in the mixture?
  1. 20%
  2. 25%
  3. 30%
  4. 15%

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

If a mixture of two liquids A and B is made in the ratio 1:4, what is the percentage of liquid A in the mixture?
  • Step 1: Understand the ratio of liquids A and B, which is 1:4.
  • Step 2: Add the parts of the ratio together. 1 part of A + 4 parts of B = 5 total parts.
  • Step 3: Find the fraction of liquid A in the mixture. This is 1 part of A out of 5 total parts, so the fraction is 1/5.
  • Step 4: Convert the fraction to a percentage by multiplying by 100. (1/5) * 100 = 20%.
  • Step 5: Conclude that the percentage of liquid A in the mixture is 20%.
  • Ratio and Proportion – Understanding how to calculate percentages based on given ratios.
  • Percentage Calculation – Applying the formula for percentage to find the part of a whole.
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