Question: A solution is made by mixing 60 liters of a 20% salt solution with 40 liters of a 30% salt solution. What is the percentage of salt in the new mixture?
Options:
Correct Answer: 26%
Solution:
Salt in 60 liters of 20% solution = 0.2 * 60 = 12 liters. Salt in 40 liters of 30% solution = 0.3 * 40 = 12 liters. Total salt = 12 + 12 = 24 liters. Total mixture = 60 + 40 = 100 liters. Percentage of salt = (24/100) * 100 = 24%.