Bubba is a shrimp fisherman who can catch 4,000 pounds of shrimp per year. Bubba is considering hiring his cousin Bobby to work for him. Bobby can catch 3,000 pounds of shrimp per year. If Bubba hires Bobby, what will be the total output of his shrimp business?
A)7,000 pounds
B)3,500 pounds
C)3,000 pounds
D)1,000 pounds

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Bubba's output = 4,000 pounds
Bobby's output = 3,000 pounds
Total output with Bobby = 4,000 + 3,000 = 7,000 pounds.

Therefore, the best choice is A) 7,000 pounds.

Bubba Is a Shrimp Fisherman Who Can Catch 4,000 Pounds