Answer:
assume an approximate value for the variable that will simplify the equation.
solve for the variable.
use the answer as the second approximate value and solve the equation again.
repeat this process until a constant value for the variable is obtained.
Step-by-step explanation:
Let there be x blue ribbons

Collinear points are two or more points that lie on the same line.
Answer:
5 1/24 pounds of apples will be leftover
Step-by-step explanation:
By setting a common denominator while adding ot subtracting the pounds of apples, it helps lead to the answer.