Question

Rafael earns $35 more per week than Andrew. If their weekly salaries total $715, what amount does each earn?

Answer 1

Answer:

Rafael earns $375

Andrew earns $340

Step-by-step explanation:

Here, we will set up a system of equations where r represents Rafael and a represents andrew.

r = a + 35

r + a = 715

Next, we substitute a + 35 for r in the second equation.

(a + 35) + a = 715 (combine like terms)

2a + 35 = 715 (subtract 35 from both sides)

2a = 680 (divide both sides by 2)

a = 340

To solve for r, we can plug 340 for a into either equation.

r = (340) + 35

r = 375

We can double check by plugging both values into the other equation.

375 + 340 = 715 (yes, it works!)

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