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10 May, 08:51

Jeff is responsible for buying supplies of food and medication for the dogs and cats at a local shelter. The food and medication for a dog cost twice as much as for a cat. He needs to provide supplies for 164 cats and 24 dogs, and his budget is $4,240. How much can he spend on each dog for food and medication?

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  1. 10 May, 09:16
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    164x + 24 (2x) < = 4240

    164x + 48x < = 4240

    212x < = 4240

    x < = 4240/212

    x < = 20

    for a dog ... 2x = 2 * 20 = 40 ... so it costs 40 per dog and 20 per cat
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