Mathematics · Mixtures and Alligations
An alloy contains tin and copper in the ratio 5:3. A second alloy contains tin and copper in the ratio 3:1. What quantity of the first alloy must be mixed with 20 kg of the second alloy to produce a new alloy with tin and copper in the ratio 4:2 (or 2:1)?
- 160 kg
- 240 kg✓
- 330 kg
- 410 kg
Correct answer
40 kg
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