document.write( "Question 251808: The manager of a bulk foods establishment sells a trail mix for $8 per pound and premium cashews for $14 per pound. The manager wishes to make a 420 pound mix that will sell for $9 per pound. How many pounds of each should be used? \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #183510 by hokies(65)![]() ![]() You can put this solution on YOUR website! trail mix = t \n" ); document.write( "cashews = c\r \n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "t + c = 420 \n" ); document.write( "8t + 14c = 9*420\r \n" ); document.write( "\n" ); document.write( "t = 350 pounds \n" ); document.write( "c = 70 pounds \n" ); document.write( " |