Question

Jared and Zach are practicing their free throws. Jared attempted x shots and made 75% of them. Zach attempted 10 more shots than Jared did and made 80% of them. Together, they made a total of 101 shots. Which equation represents this situation?
A. 0.75x = 0.8(x + 10)
B. 0.75(x + 10) + 0.8x = 101
C. 0.75x + 0.8x + 10 = 101
D. 0.75x + 0.8(x + 10) = 101

Jared attempted ____ shots.

Zach attempted ____ shots.

Answer 1

D is correct equation
.75x + .8(x+10) = 101
.75x + .8x + 8 = 101
1.55x + .8 -.8 = 101-8
1.55x = 93
Divide both sides be 1.55
X = 60. Jared
X + 10 = 70 Zach

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