SOLUTION: The local diner has decided to add red beans and rice to the menu. They will make a batch using 6 pounds of beans worth $1.30 per pound and 9 pounds of rice worth $2.75 per pound.

SOLUTION: The local diner has decided to add red beans and rice to the menu. They will make a batch using 6 pounds of beans worth $1.30 per pound and 9 pounds of rice worth $2.75 per pound.

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Question 1037300: The local diner has decided to add red beans and rice to the menu. They will make a batch using 6 pounds of beans worth $1.30 per pound and 9 pounds of rice worth $2.75 per pound. How much will a 1 pound bowl of red beans and rice cost?

Answer by jorel555(1290) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
6x1.3=7.8
9x2.75=24.75
24.75+7.8=32.55
32.55 total cost / 15 pounds of mixture=$2.17/lb of mixture!!!!!!!!!!!!
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