Write the word or phrase that best completes each statement or answers the question.
-South Wind Vineyards uses 830 acres to plant Chardonnay and Riesling grapes. The vintner knows the profits will be greatest by planting 240 more acres of Chardonnay than Riesling. How
Many acres of each grape should be planted?
A) Riesling: 212 acres; Chardonnay: 618 acres
B) Riesling: 295 acres; Chardonnay: 535 acres
C) Riesling: 378 acres; Chardonnay: 452 acres
D) Riesling: 535 acres; Chardonnay: 295 acres

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Let's assume that Riesling will be planted on x acres. According to the problem, Chardonnay will be planted on 240 more acres than Riesling, which means it will be planted on (x + 240) acres. The total planted area is given as 830 acres, so we can write an equation: x + (x + 240) = 830
This simplifies to 2x = 590, and x = 295. Therefore, Riesling will be planted on 295 acres and Chardonnay on (295 + 240) = 535 acres. So, the best choice is B.

Write the Word or Phrase That Best Completes Each Statement