Question

In a recent golf match, Tiger’s score was 4 less than Phil’s score. Their combined scores totaled 140. Let p represent Phil's score and t represent Tiger's score.
Which pair of equations can be used to determine their scores?

A.
p + t = 140
p + t = 4

B.
p + t = 140
p – t = 4

C.
p + 140 = t
p = 4

D.
p – t = 140
p + t = 4

Answer 1

The answer would be D .