The second step is to keep your x terms on the left and move the constant to the right by subtracting it from both sides.
        
             
        
        
        
Let n be the amount of 80% solution; and 150-n be the amount of 20% solution. Then:
.8n+.2(150-n)=.6(150)
.8n+30-.2n=90
.6n=60
n=100
150-n=50
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Answer:
The $2,000 decrease in Carlos's taxable income will save him
 
Step-by-step explanation:
i) Carlos is in the 12% tax bracket.
ii)The $2,000 decrease in Carlos's taxable income will save him
 
 
        
             
        
        
        
Answer:
4
Step-by-step explanation:
2 + 2 = 4
In order to really understand this we need to break it down into simple terms.
Basically what we are doing here is adding two things together.
Put it like this, you have two fish, and you get another two fish, you now have four fish.
If you don't understand anything or need me to explain it better please don't hesitate to ask.