I think it would be 8-3, not 7. 8x - 2x + 5x = (8-5)x + 5x
Divide both sides by 49/36 to get y by itself:


Simplify this fraction:

Now you have your answer:
Answer:
2x^2+6x+3
Step-by-step explanation:
answer : 2x^2+6x+3
Answer: 7 rides
Step-by-step explanation:
Since it takes $4 to enter the fair, you have
$21.50 - $4 = $17.50 left to spend on rides
$17.50/$2.50 = 7 rides
hope this helps!
the answer to this question is -7.25 or 7 1/4