In this problem, there are 44 glasses in total. Additionally, we want to know how many ice teas she can have; therefore, we must find x. The problem tells us that when x and y are added together they should equal 44. One way to solve this is to write the equation, x+y=44, because we know it is true and then solve for x. To find x subtract y from both sides. This equals x=44-y, the final answer.
X=44-y explanation: y is the lemonade, and every time a glass of it is poured it is taking away from the 44 glasses. after the lemonade is poured it leaves x iced tea glasses. you can eliminate half of the answers off the bat because you know you’re looking for iced tea glasses, so whatever equation is there must equal x which elimates option 1 and 3.
