AlligationUse alligation to determine the parts of each strength of the components needed in each equation. A physician ordered an IV of 500 mL, 5% liquid solution. The pharmacy has a 20% solution. How many milliliters of sterile water are needed for this IV?
What will be an ideal response?
1 part 20% (125 mL) and 3 parts sterile water (which is 0%) (375 mL)
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