SOLUTION: A florist buys flowers at 3.00 a dozen and sells them at 5.00 a dozen. How many dozen must be sold to make a profit of 90.00

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Question 1050876: A florist buys flowers at 3.00 a dozen and sells them at 5.00 a dozen. How many dozen must be sold to make a profit of 90.00
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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x how many dozens sold
$5.00x - $3.00x = $90
2x = 90
x = 45 doz