$7.40 per pound and Brazil nuts for $4.30 per pound. How much of each type should be used to make a 46 pound mixture that sells for $5.98 per pound? Round answers to the nearest pound. pounds of cashews

$7.40 per pound and Brazil nuts for $4.30 per pound. How much of each type should be used to make a 46 pound mixture that sells for $5.98 per pound? Round answers to the nearest pound. pounds of cashews

Mathematics For Machine Technology

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337798310

Author:Peterson, John.

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Chapter25: Achievement Review—section Two

Section: Chapter Questions

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2-The Nutty Professor sells cashews for $7.40 per pound and Brazil nuts for $4.30 per pound. How much of each type should be used to make a 46 pound mixture that sells for $5.98 per pound?

Round answers to the nearest pound.

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pounds of Brazil nuts

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