Answer:
x = -9
Step-by-step explanation:
First, divide both sides by 12 to isolate the expression, x + 11
12(x + 11)/12 = 24/12
x + 11 = 2
Then, subtract 11 from both sides
x + 11 = 2
- 11 - 11
x = -9
Harry can rake the leaves in the yard 8 hours faster than his little brother Jimmy can.
<span>If they join to work together they can complete the job in 3 hours. </span>
<span>1/x + 1/(x - 8) = 1/3 </span>
<span>3(x - 8) + 3x = x(x - 8) </span>
<span>x^2 - 14x + 24 = 0 </span>
<span>(x - 12)(x - 2) = 0 </span>
<span>Solutions: </span>
<span>x = 2 </span>
<span>x = 12 </span>
<span>Jimmy can complete the job on his own in 12 hours.</span>
Answer:
12
Step-by-step explanation:
Answer:
20
Step-by-step explanation:
10 percent = 2 (for this problem anyways)
So the remaining amount is 8, which leaves us with 12.
