Question

The ratio of gold and silver used to make an ornament is 3:5. If 855 mg of gold was used to make an ornament, how much silver was used?
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Answer 1

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The ratio of gold and silver used to make an ornament is 3:5. If 855 mg of gold was used to make an ornament, how much silver was used?

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Ans= 1425 mg

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Ratio = 3x and 5x

3x is gold

5x is silver

3x = 855

X= 855÷3

X= 285

now, 285×5

= 1425

Ans= 1425 mg of silver is used .

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Answer 2

Answer:

1425 is the right answer for your question