Landon and Eduardo both leave the coffee shop at the same time, but in opposite directions. If Eduardo

Mathematics

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love history [14]3 years ago

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

let the speed of Landon=x

speed of Eduardo=x+9

5x+5(x+9)=135

divide by 5

x+x+9=135/5=27

2x+9=27

2x=27-9

2x=18

x=18/2=9

speed of Landon=9 mph

speed of Eduardo=9+9=18 mph

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