To find out how many inches were gained, solve it with the expression 8 - x.
Answer:
Option D is correct
Step-by-step explanation:
Statement 1
Average weight of 3 dogs = 55 pounds
Total weight of 3 dogs = 55 × 3
Total weight of 3 dogs = 165 pound
Statement 2
Average weight of 5 cats = 9 pounds
Total weight of 5 cats = 9 × 5
Total weight of 5 cats = 45 pounds
New Average = 165 + 45/8
New Average = 210/8
New Average = 26.25 pounds
Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
option A