A scientist has two solutions, which she has labeled solution A and Solution B. Each contains salt. She knows that Solution A is 65% salt and Solution B is 90% salt. She wants to obtain 140 ounces of a mixture that is 85% salt. How many ounces of each solution should she use?

Solution A in ounces:

Solution B in ounces:

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