Mixture Problems

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What is a mixture problem in mathematics?

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A mixture problem involves finding the quantities of different substances that can be combined to achieve a desired concentration or value.

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How do you calculate the total cost of a mixture?

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Total cost = (quantity of substance 1 * cost per kg of substance 1) + (quantity of substance 2 * cost per kg of substance 2).

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What is the formula to find the concentration of a solution?

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Concentration (%) = (mass of solute / total mass of solution) * 100.

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If Mr. James mixes coffee worth $400/kg with coffee worth $700/kg, how do you determine the amount of each type to achieve a target price?

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Set up an equation based on the total value of the mixture and solve for the unknown quantity.

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What is the significance of the weighted average in mixture problems?

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The weighted average helps determine the average cost or concentration of a mixture based on the proportions of each component.

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How do you find the final concentration of a mixture of two solutions?

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Use the formula: Final concentration = (C1*V1 + C2*V2) / (V1 + V2), where C is concentration and V is volume.

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What is the concentration of a solution that is 50% milk and 50% water?

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The concentration of milk is 50%.

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In the protein shake problem, how do you find the new concentration after adding more milk?

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Calculate the total amount of milk and total volume, then use the concentration formula.

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What is the process to solve a two-variable mixture problem?

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Set up a system of equations based on the total quantity and total cost or concentration.

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How do you determine the amount of each type of nut to mix for a desired price?

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Use a system of equations to represent the total weight and total cost of the mixture.