Mixture problem

The video tutorial explains how to solve a mixture problem involving sugar solutions. It begins by organizing the given information and setting up an equation to find the unknown concentration of one solution. The tutorial guides through the algebraic steps to solve the equation, ultimately determining the concentration of the first solution as 85%. Emphasis is placed on organizing information and using algebraic methods to solve mixture problems.

What is the first step in solving a mixture problem?

• Find the average concentration

• Organize the information

• Guess the solution

• Calculate the total volume

How much sugar is in the 8 gallons of 60% sugar solution?

• 3.6 gallons

• 4.8 gallons

• 5.0 gallons

• 6.0 gallons

What variable is used to represent the unknown concentration in the problem?

• X

• Z

• Y

• W

What is the total volume of the mixed solution?

• 8 gallons

• 10 gallons

• 12 gallons

• 6 gallons

What is the concentration of the first solution after solving the equation?

• 85%

• 65%

• 70%

• 60%