Mark M. answered 03/31/19
Mathematics Teacher - NCLB Highly Qualified
x represents amount invested at 7%
60000 - x represents amount invested at 15%
0.07x + 0.15(60000 - x) = 5000
Can you solve for x and answer?
Kim S.
asked 03/31/19Betsy a recent retiree requires $5,000 per year in extra income. She has $60,000 to invest and can invest in B-rated bonds paying 15% per year or in a certificate of deposit paying 7% per year. How much money should be invested in each to realize exactly $5,000 in interest per year?
Amount invested at 15% =
Amount invested at 7%=
Mark M. answered 03/31/19
Mathematics Teacher - NCLB Highly Qualified
x represents amount invested at 7%
60000 - x represents amount invested at 15%
0.07x + 0.15(60000 - x) = 5000
Can you solve for x and answer?
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