Select one:
a. < (less than equal to) incorrect
b. >
c. > (greater than equal to) incorrect
d. <

1.08 lb

Step-by-step explanation:

let the quantity of nickel, zinc and copper in the alloy be 2x, 7x and 9x respectively.

as per the question, amount of zinc in the alloy is 4.9 lb

so, 9x = 4.9

x = 4.9 / 9

x = 0.54

so, quantity of nickel = 2x = 2 *.54 = 1.08

so, pounds of nickel required to create alloy = 1.08 lb