Question 61

The ratio between the weights of gold and silver in an alloy is 17:3. If the weight of silver in the alloy is 2.7gm, find the weight of gold in the alloy?

Solution

ratio between the weights of gold and silver in an alloy is 17:3

3 units = 2.7

1 units = 0.9

so, 17 units =$$17\times\ 0.9=15.3$$gm.

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