What is the formula of the hydrate?

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To determine the formula of the hydrate, the percent composition of each element must be converted into moles by dividing by their respective atomic masses. The total mass of the hydrate can be calculated by considering the contribution of water (H2O) at 14.24%. After finding the moles of each element, the ratio of these moles will indicate the empirical formula. The challenge lies in correctly interpreting the percentages and applying them to find the hydrate's formula. The solution requires careful calculation and understanding of stoichiometry.
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A hydrate has the following percent composition: Pb=54.61%, C=12.66%, H=1.61%, O=16.88% and H2O=14.24%. What is the formula of the hydrate?



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i was told to divide the percentages by the total molecular mass... makes no sense, they are looking for the hydrate formula and don't know how to do this
 
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Try to solve assuming it it just the elemental analysis with an "element" X of molar mass 18.02 and constituting 14.24% of the substance.
 
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