Y=mx+b
parallel lines will have the same slope.
using the points (-4,6) and the slope for the parallel line -3 we can find b (the y intercept) for the line.
6 = (-3)(-4) + b
6 = 12 + b
-12 + 6 = -12 + 12 +b
-6 = b
so the line that runs through points (-4,6) and parallel to y= -3x+4 is:
y = -3x -6
Before you start working on this problem, make sure you know
how to use a couple of the tools in your toolbox:
Tool #1: 37-1/2 percent means 0.375
Tool #2: In math problems, "of" almost always means "times".
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Your question says
"37-1/2 percent of blank is 36".
Translate it with your tools:
0.375 times blank = 36 .
Divide each side by 0.375: Blank = 36 / 0.375 .
Now grab your pencil or your calculator, and find the value of that
fraction (do the division). Blank is equal to the value of the fraction.
To check your answer (find out whether it's correct):
Do exactly what the question says.
Multiply (0.375) times (your answer). If you get 36,
then your answer is correct. If not, it's not.
You are right all the way
If Sally already has 3 marbles and she finds 5 everyday. That means you add 5 until you get to 58. So in this case 5 times 11 is 55 + 3 is 58. Answer: It will take 11 days at this rate for her to have 58 marbles.
