Use the strategy for solving word problems, modeling the verbal conditions of the problem with a linear inequality. An elevator at a construction site

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2021-05-14

Use the strategy for solving word problems, modeling the verbal conditions of the problem with a linear inequality. An elevator at a construction site has a maximum capacity of 2800 pounds. If the elevator operator weighs 265 pounds and each cement bag weighs 65 pounds, how many bags of cement can be safely lifted on the elevator in one trip?

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estenutC

estenutC

Skilled2021-05-15Added 81 answers

Let`s note: x=the number of bags that can safely lifted in one trip
We write the inequality which models the problem: We solve the inequality: 2800(265+65x)0
253535x0
253565x+65x0+65x
253565x
(253565)x
39x

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