One number is 9 more than twice another number. If the sum of the numbers is 129, find both numbers.
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This is problem #9. I'm not sure how to solve #10, although the solution may be found in a similar way.
Answer:
B) 1 7/8
Step-by-step explanation:
1. first, if you have 16/8 then it would be 2, but since it is 15/8 you need to minus 15 and 8
2. 15-8=7, now you only have 7
3. last, since you only have 7 then it is 1 whole and 7 8ths
4. 1 7/8 is your answer.
