Problema Solution
How many pounds of each candy shown in the illustration must be mixed to obtain 40 pounds of candy that would be worth $4.80 per pound?
Gummy Bears: $3.50/lb
Jelly Beans: $5.50/lb
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let
g = lbs of Gummy Bears
j = lbs of Jelly Beans
g + j = 40
3.50g + 5.50j = 4.80*40
by solving the system of equations we find
g = 14 lbs
j = 26 lbs
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14 lbs of Gummy Bear and 26 lbs of Jelly Beans are needed for the mix.