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How many kilograms of each food should Sofia buy each month to keep costs at a minimum?

How many kilograms of each food should Sofia buy each month to keep costs at a minimum?

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College Algebra
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Author:Ron Larson
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Chapter6: Systems Of Equations And Inequalities
Section6.5: Systems Of Inequalities
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Establish the table of information and formulate the LP Model of the following.

  1. Riana needs at least 40 units of protein, 60 units of carbohydrates, and 50 units of fat each month. From each

kilogram of food A, she receives 2 of protein, 4 of carbohydrates, and 5 units of fat. Food B contains 3 units of

protein, 3 units of protein, 3 units of carbohydrates, and 2 units of fat per kilogram. If food A cost P110 and food

B costs P90 per kilogram. How many kilograms of each food should Sofia buy each month to keep costs at a

minimum?

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