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To solve each problem, write and then solve a proportion.MIXING PERFUMES A perfume is to be mixed in the ratio of 3 drops of pure essence to 7 drops of alcohol. How many drops of pure essence should be mixed with 56 drops of alcohol?
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The ratio of pure essence (PE) to alcohol (A) is 3 to 7. So, we can write this as: \[ \frac{PE}{A} = \frac{3}{7} \] Show more…
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