A mixture contains 1/16 pound sand and 7/8 pound compost. At that rate, what amount of sand is needed if the mixture contains 1 pound of compost?

A. 1/14 pound B. 8/24 pound C. 14 pounds D. 15/16 pound

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Leah Berger

26 March, 02:29

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Maritza Holloway · Answer 1

Maritza Holloway 26 March, 03:45

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The answer would be A. 1/14 pounds

A mixture contains 1/16 pound sand and 7/8 pound compost. At that rate, what amount of sand is needed if the mixture contains 1 pound of compost?A. 1/14 pound B. 8/24 pound C. 14 pounds D. 15/16 pound