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There are two types of fertilizers F_(1) and F_(2).F_(1) consists of 10% nitrogen and 6% phosphoricacid and F_(2)contains 5% nitrogen and 10% phosphoric acid. After testing the soil condition a farmer finds that he needs at least 14 kg of nitrogen and 14 kg of phosphoric acid forhis crop. If F_(1)costs Rs. 6 per kg and F_(2) costsRs. 5 perkg, determine how muchofeach of fertilizers beused so that nutrient requirements are met at a minimum cost. What is the minimum cost? |
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