a^4+2a+8 because if you combine like terms that is what you get
41 guests / 8 plates = 5.125 packs
Since you cant buy .125 of a pack, Mary jane has to purchase 6 packs.
Answer:
.434
Step-by-step explanation:
5x + 5/4 = x - 3/9
5•x + 5/4 = x - 3/9
144x = -57
x = -19
48
≈ -0.395833