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6 April, 22:39

A container of oregano is 17 pounds heavier than a container of peppercorns. Their total weight is 253 pounds. The peppercorns will be sold in one-ounce bags. How many bags of peppercorns can be made?

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  1. 6 April, 22:41
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    X = oregano, y = peppercorn

    x + y = 253

    x = y + 17

    y + 17 + y = 253

    2y + 17 = 253

    2y = 253 - 17

    2y = 236

    y = 236/2

    y = 118 ... so there is 118 lbs of peppercorn ...

    and it will be sold in 1 oz bags ... 1 lb = 16 oz ... so 118 lbs = (118 * 16) = 1888 oz ... which will make 1888 one oz bags <==
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