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Nov 5, 2009, 09:22 PM
Rusty the Rhino was very thirsty, despite the fact that water made up 85% of his body weight. After drinking a considerable amount of water, Rusty weighted 1350 pounds, and water made up 86% of his body weight.
What was Rusty's weight before he had his drink?
What was the weight of the water he drank?
I am not sure how to do this problem, but this is what I have so far.
I multiplied 1350 by .14 to find out how much of his weight was not water. I got 189. I subtracted 1350 from 189 to get how much of his weight is water. I do not know if I am on the right track. I am lost. Please help
What was Rusty's weight before he had his drink?
What was the weight of the water he drank?
I am not sure how to do this problem, but this is what I have so far.
I multiplied 1350 by .14 to find out how much of his weight was not water. I got 189. I subtracted 1350 from 189 to get how much of his weight is water. I do not know if I am on the right track. I am lost. Please help