Solve the problem.
-A paint mixture contains 46 gallons of base for every gallon of color. In 1786 gallons of paint, how many gallons of color are there?
A)1748 gallons
B)893 gallons
C)38 gallons
D)595 gallons

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The ratio of base to color in the paint mixture is 46:1, meaning for every 47 gallons of paint (46 gallons of base + 1 gallon of color), there is 1 gallon of color. To find the amount of color in 1786 gallons of paint, divide 1786 by 47 (the total parts of the mixture), which equals 38. Therefore, there are 38 gallons of color in 1786 gallons of paint.

Solve the Problem. -A Paint Mixture Contains 46 Gallons of Base for Every