Problema Solution

A man invests $8000 . For part he receives 5% interest and for the rest 3%. His total income from the two investments is $260 per year. How much is invested at each rate?

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Let x be the first part. y be the next part

5% of x + 3% of y = 260

x + y =8000

using y = 8000 - x 

0.05x + 0.03 * ( 8000 - x) = 260

0.05x - .03x + 240 = 260

.02 x = 260 - 240

x = $1000 is at 5%

y = $7000 at 3%