Question 904076
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Hi
Let x represent  the constant of proportionality 1:3
 1x + 3x =560  No need to second guess yourself
4x = 560lb
x = 140lb, amount of nickel
copper: {{{  highlight_green(420lb)}}}  {{{3*140}}}
And...checking
140 + 420 =  = 560lbs