Define
x = dollars deposited into bank A.
y = dollars deposited into bank B.
Then
x + y = 3000 (1)
Assume that the compounding interval is monthly, and calculate interest earned.
Bank A:
Amount after 1 year is
A = x(1 + 0.06/12)¹² = 1.0617x
Profit = 0.0617x
Bank B:
Amount after 1 year is
A = y(1 + 0.08/12)¹² = 1.083y
Profit = 0.083y
The total profit for 1 year is $224, therefore
0.0617x + 0.083y = 224 (2)
From (1), obtain
y = 3000 -x (3)
Substitute (3) into (2).
0.0617x + 0.083(3000 - x) = 224
-0.0213x = -25
x = 1173.70
y = 3000 - x = 1826.30
Answer:
Michael deposited $1,173.70 into bank A and $1,826.30 into bank B.