OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §5.2 Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution · Exercise 48 · Algebra · Systems
Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution · Exercise 48
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Maxim has been offered positions by two car dealers. The first company pays a salary of $10,000 plus a commission of $1,000 for each car sold. The second pays a salary of $20,000 plus a commission of $500 for each car sold. How many cars would need to be sold to make the total pay the same?
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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §5.2 Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution · Exercise 48
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