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The density and strength of concrete

The density and strength of concrete are determined by the ratio of cement and aggregate (aggregate is sand, gravel, or crushed stone). Suppose that a contractor has 460 ft3 of a dry concrete mixture that is 70% sand by volume. How much pure sand must be added to form a new mixture that is 80% sand by volume?

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