Solve the Problem Using Matrices $\$ 4.63$ Per Pound with Candy Worth

question 415

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem using matrices.
-Ellen wishes to mix candy worth $\$ 4.63$ per pound with candy worth $\$ 8.15$ per pound to form 25 pounds of a mixture worth $\$ 7.45$ per pound. How many pounds of the more expensive candy should she use?

• A) \(5 \mathrm { lb }\)
• B) \(25 \mathrm { lb }\)
• C) \(20 \mathrm { lb }\)
• D) \(7 \mathrm { lb }\)

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