A simple syrup used in making some desserts requires 2 c of sugar for every ²/₃ c of boiling water. At this rate, how many cups of sugar are required for 2 c boiling water? A) 4 B) 11 C) 6 E) 2

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We are given that 2 c of sugar is required for every ²/₃ c of boiling water. Simplifying, we get 2 c of sugar for every 3 c of boiling water. So, for 2 c of boiling water, we need (2/3)x2 = 4/3 c of sugar. However, since we are looking for the number of cups of sugar required, we round up and get 2 cups of sugar. Therefore, the answer is (E) 2.

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