The number of pounds of peaches is 6 pounds and the number of pounds of apples is 18 pounds
Given:
cost of peaches per pound = $4
cost of apples per pound = $2
Total amount spent = $60
Total pounds bought = 24
let
x = number of peaches
y = number of apples
x + y = 24 (1)
4x + 2y = 60 (2)
multiply (1) by 2
2x + 2y = 48 (3)
4x + 2y = 60 (2)
subtract (3) from (2)
4x - 2x = 60 - 48
2x = 12
x = 12/2
x = 6
substitute x = 6 into (1)
x + y = 24 (1)
6 + y = 24
y = 24 - 6
y = 18
Therefore, the number of pounds of peaches is 6 pounds and the number of pounds of apples is 18 pounds
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