Question

Write and solve a system of THREE inequalities that models the situation below.

Terrence is going to make and sell cupcakes and giant cookies as a fundraiser to earn money for his bank uniform. He sells the cupcakes for $1.25 each and the cookies for $0.75. He knows he will sell at least 10 cupcakes and 24 cookies. He wants to make at least $50. Find a possible combination of cupcakes and cookies he needs to sell to meet his goal.

Answer 1

x = cupcakes

y = cookies

3x + 1y ≥ 205

x cupcakes at $3 each plus y cookies at $1 each is greater than or equal to $205

Explanation: