SOLUTION: 1.4lbs. of brand “x” coffee which cost $7/lb was combined with 3 lbs. of brand “y” coffee which costs $14/lb. Find the cost per pound of the mixture.

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Question 1046006: 1.4lbs. of brand “x” coffee which cost $7/lb was combined with 3 lbs. of brand “y” coffee which costs $14/lb. Find the cost per pound of the mixture.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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What cost of the mixture?
What poundage of the mixture?
Their ratio is the price, or "cost per pound".

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