Chalk contains calcium, carbon and oxygen in the ratio 10:3:12. Find the percentage of carbon in chalk.
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Solution
Ratio of calcium, carbon, and oxygen = 10: 3: 12
As 10 + 3 +12 = 25,
Therefore, percentage of carbon = `3/25 xx 100` = 12%
Concept: Ratios to Percents
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