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A solution is prepared by dissolving sugar in water. The solution is 25.0%, by mass, sugar. How many grams of WATER are in 472 grams of this solution?

A118 g
B157 g
C408 g
D354 g
E396 g

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\(\hbox{mass of sugar} = 25\% \cdot 472 \ g= 118 \ g \\ \hbox{mass of water} = 472 \ g - 118 \ g=354 \ g\)

The answer is D) 354 g.