The mass of an alloy of copper and tin is 720g. The ratio of the mass of copper to the mass of tin in the alloy is 7: 5.

The mass of an alloy of copper and tin is 720g. The ratio of the mass of copper to the mass of tin in the alloy is 7: 5. How many grams of copper, how many grams of tin is contained in the alloy?

1. Let’s find how many parts are in the alloy of copper and tin.

7 + 5 = 12 (parts).

2. Find how many grams are in one part.

720g: 12 = 60g.

3. Find the mass of copper in the alloy, if it is known that it is 7 parts.

60 x 7 = 420 g.

4. Find the mass of tin in the alloy.

60 x 5 = 300 g (or: 720 g – 420 g = 300 g).

Answer: the mass of copper is 420 g; tin weight 300 g.



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