You knew where to place the target based on the coordinates (-5,4). Starting from the origin (0,0), we know how many units to move to horizontally and vertically. We move the target 5 units to the left, because it is negative. We move the target 4 units up, because it is positive. (x,y)
Do (6x12)/2, that should work
Michelle can fold 4/54 baskets per minute = 8/108 baskets per minute.
Ruby can fold 4/108 baskets per minute.
Each minute Michelle and Ruby work together, they can fold
8/108 +4/108 = 12/108 = 1/9
of a basket of clothes. For 8 baskets of clothes, it will take them
(8 baskets)/(1/9 baskets/minute) = 72 minutes
<span>Let n, n+2, and n+4 represent the three consecutive even integers. Or 2 in your case</span>