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A. 2 L of 15% solution and 1 L of 20% solution
B. 1.5 L of 15% solution and 1.5 L of 20% solution
C. 0.5 L of 15% solution and 2.5 L of 20% solution
D. 1 L of 15% solution and 2 L of 20% solution
Answer: B
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