Q. Sharp rises in the cost of milk, grain, and fresh fruits and vegetables are hitting cafeterias across the country, forcing cash-strapped schools to raise prices or serve more economical dishes. For example, Fairfax schools serve oranges-14¢ each-instead of grapes, which are 25¢ a serving.
Source: The Washington Post, April 14, 2008
Assume that a Fairfax school has a $14 daily fruit budget.
a. How many oranges a day can the school afford to serve if it serves no grapes? How many servings of grapes can the school afford each day if it serves no oranges?