Iron

Iron ore contains 54% iron. How much ore is needed to produce 23 tons of iron?

Correct answer:

x =  42.6 t

Step-by-step explanation:

$x={\displaystyle \frac{100}{54}}\cdot 23=42.6\text{ t}$

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