Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 1, Equations and Inequalities - 1.5 Use Problem Solving Strategies and Models - 1.5 Exercises - Quiz for Lessons 1.3-1.5 - Page 40: 12

Answer

The amount of calla lilies bought is $7$, and the amount of peonies bought is $15$.

Work Step by Step

Let $x$ be amount of calla lilies bought. Then the amount of peonies bought is $12-x$. Then our equation is: $3.5x+(12-x)5.5=52\\3.5x+66-5.5x=52\\2x=14\\x=7$. The amount of calla lilies bought is $7$, and the amount of peonies bought is $15$.
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