SOLUTION: How many pounds of almonds, selling for $4.25 per pound, should be mixed with 10 pounds of cashews, selling for $5.00 per pound, to make a mix that sells for $4.75 per pound?

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Question 932404: How many pounds of almonds, selling for $4.25 per pound, should be mixed with 10 pounds of cashews, selling for $5.00 per pound, to make a mix that sells for $4.75 per pound?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) About Me  (Show Source):
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One material amount unknown, for two-part mixture price
http://www.algebra.com/my/Two-Part-Mixture-with-one-material-quantity-unknown.lesson?content_action=show_dev