2х3+10х+2у2-х-у=2х3+9х+2у2-у=2*3in3+9*3+2*5in2-5=2*27+27+2*25-5=54+27+50-5=126
H would decrease either way because h is a variable for a certain number. that number would usually be divided from both sides. you would be eliminating x from the equation. 125x/h. by dividing you are creating a smaller number. by dividing you are decreasing. you're welcome. :)
24.5 you take 3.5 and times it by 7 do get the distance.
They need to get at least 250 boxtops each day to meet or exceed the goal. Hope this helps!