Solve the Problem $\mathrm { y } = \frac { 28,000 + 220 \mathrm { x } } { \mathrm { x } }$

question 418

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The formula $\mathrm { y } = \frac { 28,000 + 220 \mathrm { x } } { \mathrm { x } }$ models the average cost per unit, $\mathrm { y }$ , for Electrostuff to manufacture $x$ units of Electrogadget IV. How many units must the company produce to have an average cost per unit of $\$ 410$ ?

• A) 147 units
• B) 149 units
• C) 116 units
• D) 127 units

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