SOLUTION: Solve the following problem using a system of equations. How many pounds of nuts selling for ​$6 per lb and raisins selling for ​$3 per lb should a person combine to o

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Question 1109862: Solve the following problem using a system of equations.
How many pounds of nuts selling for ​$6 per lb and raisins selling for ​$3 per lb should a person combine to obtain 210 lb of a trail mix selling for ​$4 per​ lb?

Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
n, the pounds of nuts $6 per pound
210-n, the raisins

6n%2B3%28210-n%29=210%2A4
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