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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Paul needs 40 pounds of 48% silver alloy to finish a collection of jewelry. How many pounds of each of 45% silver alloy (x) and 60% silver alloy (y) should he melt together to obtain the alloy he needs? a. Write one equation about the amount of alloy Paul needs.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

help me

OpenStudy (anonymous):

45% (x) + 60% (y) = 48% (40) x + y = 40

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