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Write and solve an inequality for each exercise. Then interpret the solution in the context of the problem: Mrs Santopietro is loading $5 bags of potatoes for the farmers market. How many bags of potatoes should she bring if she wants to make more than $400 selling them?
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Answer to a math question Write and solve an inequality for each exercise. Then interpret the solution in the context of the problem: Mrs Santopietro is loading $5 bags of potatoes for the farmers market. How many bags of potatoes should she bring if she wants to make more than $400 selling them?
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1. Start with the inequality representing the problem:
5x > 400
2. Solve forx
- Divide both sides of the inequality by 5:
x > \frac{400}{5}
- Simplify the right side:
x > 80
3. So, each bag should sell for more than $80 to achieve more than $400 total.
2. Solve for
- Divide both sides of the inequality by 5:
- Simplify the right side:
3. So, each bag should sell for more than $80 to achieve more than $400 total.
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