In a factory, machine 1 produces 8-inch (in.) pliers at the rate of 60 units per hour

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In a factory, machine 1 produces 8-inch (in.) pliers at the rate of 60 units per hour (hr) and 6-in. pliers at the rate of 70 units/hr. Machine 2 produces 8-in. pliers at the rate of 40 units/hr and 6-in. pliers at the rate of 20 units/hr. It costs $50/hr to operate machine 1, and machine 2 costs $30/hr to operate. The production schedule requires that at least 240 units of 8-in.pliers and at least 140 units of 6-in. pliers be produced during each 10-hr day.Which combination of machines will cost the least money to operate?

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Precalculus

ISBN: 978-0321716835

9th edition

Authors: Michael Sullivan

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