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A rectangular container can hold 45 candles, while a cylindrical container holds 41 candles. Each rectangular

container costs the company $16, while the cylindrical container costs the company $15. If the company needs to
package 6,400 candles, should it use only rectangular or only cylindrical containers to minimize costs? Explain.
How many rectangular containers will be necessary to package 6,400 candles?
How many cylindrical containers will be necessary to package 6,400 candles?
Which container should the company use to minimize costs? Explain.

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Answer:

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A rectangular container can hold 45 candles, while a cylindrical container holds 41 candles-example-1
User Themarcuz
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Answer:

1. 143

2. 157

3. The rectangular containers because it will cost the company $67 more to use cylindrical containers

Explanation:

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