Explanation
Correct answer: 210.
It’s given that the equation represents mixing a solution and a solution to obtain a solution. It’s also given that represents the volume, in gallons, of the solution. If gallons of the solution is used, it follows that . Substituting for in the given equation yields , or . Subtracting from both sides of this equation yields . Subtracting from both sides of this equation yields . Dividing both sides of this equation by yields . Therefore, the volume of the solution that could be mixed with gallons of the solution to produce a solution is gallons.
Desmos solution:
Note: The 20% solution has a volume of 210.
Enter in Desmos:
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