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2018 AMC 12A Problem 2

While exploring a cave, Carl comes across a collection of 5-pound rocks worth \$14 each, 4-pound rocks worth \$11 each, and 1-pound rocks worth \$2 each. There are at least 20 of each size. He can carry at most 18 pounds. What is the maximum value, in dollars, of the rocks he can carry out of the cave?

\textbf{(A) } 48 \qquad \textbf{(B) } 49 \qquad \textbf{(C) } 50 \qquad \textbf{(D) } 51 \qquad \textbf{(E) } 52


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