OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §5.2 Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution · Try It 23 · Algebra · Systems
Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution · Try It 23
Geraldine has been offered positions by two insurance companies. The first company pays a salary of $12,000 plus a commission of $100 for each policy sold. The second pays a salary of $20,000 plus a commission of $50 for each policy sold. How many policies would need to be sold to make the total pay the same?
OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §5.2 Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution · Try It 23
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