BITSAT 2011 Paper

Let E be the equivalent weight of the metal
So ,

E+17

E+8

=

.52

0.995

[17 is equivalent weight of OH and 8 is equivalent weight of oxygen]
⇒ 0.995 E + 17 × 0.995 = E × 1.52 + 8 × 1.52
⇒ 0.525 E = 16. 915 – 12.16 = 4.755
∴ E =

4.755

0.525

= 9