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Question 879038: A metal stamping plant is considering purchasing a new piece of equipment. The machine they currently use has a setup cost of $1,175 and a cost of $4.50 per impression. The new machine has a setup cost of $3,375 and a cost of $2.90 per impression. Find the break point.
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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1175+4.50x=3375+2.90x
4.50x-2.90x=3375-1175
1.60x=2200
x=2200/1.60
x=1375 units