Kerosene has a specific weight of γk = 51.1 lb/ft3 and benzene has a specific weight of γb = 56.2 lb/ft3. A.Determine the weight of kerosene that should be mixed with 8 lb of benzene so that the combined mixture has a specific weight of 52 lb/ft3

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Kerosene has a specific weight of γk = 51.1 lb/ft3 and benzene has a specific weight of γb = 56.2 lb/ft3. A.Determine the weight of kerosene that should be mixed with 8 lb of benzene so that the combined mixture has a specific weight of 52 lb/ft3

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