Solve the problem.Ellen wishes to mix candy worth $5.07 per pound with candy worth $6.45 per pound to form 25 pounds of a mixture worth $6.17 per pound. How many pounds of the more expensive candy should she use?

A. 20 pounds
B. 5 pounds
C. 7 pounds
D. 25 pounds


Answer: A

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