Value Mixture Problem 3
In this lesson, we learn how to solve a mixture problem by finding the right equation with variables. Using a simple drawing of two vats, we break down the cost and quantity of each ingredient, and then combine them into a bigger mix. By setting up an equation with the total cost of each ingredient, we can solve for the variable that represents the unknown quantity. Checking our answer at the end, we learn how to make sure we've arrived at the correct solution.
Mixture Problem solved on this video: Tina wants to mix some blackberries that cost $2.75 a pound with 2 pounds of raspberries that cost $3.50 a pound to get a mixture that costs $3.25 a pound. How many blackberries should Tina buy?
More free YouTube videos by Julie Harland are organized at http://yourmathgal.com
- How do you write and solve an equation to solve a mixture problem in Algebra?
- If Tina mixes some blackberries that cost $2.75 per pound with 2 pounds of raspberries that cost $3.50 per pound to get a mixture that costs $3.25 per pound, how many blackberries should Tina buy?
- How can you draw a picture to help you solve a mixture problem?
- How do you solve the equation 275x + 350(2) = 325(x + 2)?
- How do you check to make sure that your solution to a mixture problem is correct?
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Staff Review
This video is another good explanation of how to solve a mixture problem by drawing a picture, and using the picture to write and solve an equation to solve the mixture problem. Also, you will see how to check to make sure that your answer is correct. All steps are explained very well.
