-10x + 48 = -6x+24
48 - 24 = -6x + 10x
24 = 4x
x = 24/4
x = 6
Let x be one number and y be the other.
#1 - Set up a system of equations.
4x = y
x + y = 45
#2 - Solve the system by substitution.
x + (4x) = 45
5x = 45
x = 9
(9) + y = 45
y = 36
Answer: 0.18 (18 cents) per ounce
Step-by-step explanation:
2.88/16 = 0.18
Using a calculator can help. You get 0.625, or 5/8.
Answer:
a. 14,000
b. 140,000
Step-by-step explanation: