Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 8 - Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving - 8.1 Systems of Equations in Two Variables - 8.1 Exercise Set - Page 508: 44

Answer

4 ounces and 12 ounces

Work Step by Step

We first write the word problem as an equation. Next, we solve the equation using substitution. Doing this, we find: $$x+y=16, 2y+4=x \\ 2y+4=\left(16-y\right) \\ y=4 \\ x=16-4 \\ x=12$$
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