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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §5.5 Solve Mixture Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 31 · Algebra · Systems

Solve Mixture Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 31

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A trust fund worth $25,000 is invested in two different portfolios. This year, one portfolio is expected to earn 5.25% interest and the other is expected to earn 4%. Plans are for the total interest on the fund to be $1150 in one year. How much money should be invested at each rate?

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §5.5 Solve Mixture Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 31

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