Question 541055
You need to produce 350 lb of mixture.
x = amount of 45 cent candy
350-x = amount of 80 cent candy
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45x + 80(350-x) = 65*350
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45x + 28000 -80x = 22750
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-35x = -5250
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x = 150 lb of 45-cent candy
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350-150 = 200 lb of 80-cent candy
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This results in 350 lb of candy valued at 65 cents per lb.
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To check the results...
150*45 = 6750
200*80 = 16000
6750+16000 = 22750
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65*350 = 22750
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Done.