Problem

An alloy contains tin, copper and silver in the ratio 7:5:3. If there is 48 g of copper, how much tin and silver are needed to make the alloy? (4 marks)

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To make the alloy, 67.2g of tin and 28.8g of silver are needed.

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Step 1 :Given the ratio of tin, copper, and silver as 7:5:3 and there are 48 g of copper.

Step 2 :Find the total parts in the alloy: 7+5+3=15.

Step 3 :Find the value of one part: 485=9.6.

Step 4 :Find the amount of tin needed: 7×9.6=67.2 g.

Step 5 :Find the amount of silver needed: 3×9.6=28.8 g.

Step 6 :To make the alloy, 67.2g of tin and 28.8g of silver are needed.

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