Translate the problem situation to a system of equations. Do not solve.Bobby Treatman's Paint Store sells a special shade of pink paint (Bobby's Blush) which can be made from red paint and white paint. The amount of red paint should be three times the amount of white paint. How much of each kind of paint is needed to make 224 gallons of Bobby's Blush?

A. x - y = 224; x = 3y
B. x + y = 224; x = 3y
C. x + y = 224; x = 4y
D. x - y = 224; x = 4y


Answer: B

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