Cambridge Metal Works manufactures two sizes of gears. The smaller gear requires 4 hr of machining and

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Cambridge Metal Works manufactures two sizes of gears. The smaller gear requires 4 hr of machining and 1 hr of polishing and yields a profit of $25. The larger gear requires 1 hr of machining and 1 hr of polishing and yields a profit of $10. The firm has available at most 24 hr per day for machining and 9 hr per day for polishing. How many of each type of gear should be produced each day in order to maximize profit? What is the maximum profit?
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College Algebra Graphs and Models

ISBN: 978-0321845405

5th edition

Authors: Marvin L. Bittinger, Judith A. Beecher, David J. Ellenbogen, Judith A. Penna

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