A tenfold dilution of a sample solution can be obtained by taking ________.
A)1 part sample and 9 parts solvent
B)1 part sample and 10 parts solvent
C)9 parts sample and 1 part solvent
D)10 parts sample and 1 part solvent
E)99 parts sample and 1 part solvent

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A tenfold dilution means the final solution is 10 times more diluted than the original. This is achieved by mixing 1 part of the sample with 9 parts of the solvent, resulting in a total of 10 parts.

A Tenfold Dilution of a Sample Solution Can Be Obtained