I'm guessing the % of syrup refers to the % of sugar it has, therefore:
20% = 20 / 100 = 0.2
0.2 * x = 0.5
x = 0.5/0.2
x = 2.5
She will have 2.5 lbs of syrup
Answer:
She should add 2 lbs of water and she will have 2.5 lbs of syrup
Step-by-step explanation:
