SOLUTION: A trucking company wants to purchase a maximum of ten new trucks to provide at least 40 tons additional hauling capacity. Model A holds 4 tons and coasts $14,000. Model B holds 10

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Question 810032: A trucking company wants to purchase a maximum of ten new trucks to provide at least 40 tons additional hauling capacity. Model A holds 4 tons and coasts $14,000. Model B holds 10 tons and costs $24,000. If the company wants to keep the cost of trucks to a maximum of $168,000, how many of each model should be purchased?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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Seven Model B 10 ten trucks for 168 k will provide 70 ton capacity.