Answer:
90 pairs
Step-by-step explanation:
We can use clues from the problem in order to set up our inequality.
First, we know that a pair of earrings, [tex]p[/tex], costs $8.50. So, we can say that [tex]8.5p=[/tex] total profit.
That's a function we could use, but we need an inequality. Well, it says that Stephanie wants to make no less, or at least $765. This indicates that we need the 'greater than or equal to' symbol. Just replace the equal sign:
[tex]8.5p\geq 765[/tex]
Now we can isolate [tex]p[/tex] to find how many earrings she needs to sell to make a profit of at least $765.
[tex]8.5p\geq 765\\\\p\geq \frac{765}{8.5}\\\\p\geq 90[/tex]
Stephanie needs to sell at least 90 pairs of earrings.
Hope this helps!
