Answer:
I don't get it
Step-by-step explanation:
Let x = the length of the shorter piece
x+x+16=50in
2x=50-16
2x=34
x=17
Then
x+16=17+16
x+16=33
Subtract 16 from both sides
The lengths are 17in and 33in
Answer:
The host can only prepare 7 plates
Step-by-step explanation:
7 plates, each will contain 1 slice of cherry pie and 2 slices of pumpkin pie. (14/7 = 2)