lindsaybusick lindsaybusick
  • 25-01-2021
  • Mathematics
contestada

The sum of three numbers is 100. The third number is 2 times the first. The second number is 8 more than the first. What are the numbers?

Respuesta :

MsRobbins
MsRobbins MsRobbins
  • 25-01-2021
Ok call your first number x.

The second number is x+8.

The third number is 2x.

Add them. 2x +x +8+x =100
Combine like terms. 4x +8 =100

Subtract 8 from both sides 4x =92
X (your first number) is 23
Your second number (x +8) is 31
Tour third number (2x) is 46
Answer Link

Otras preguntas

The Odyssey - Elpenor is an epic poem because it features a(n) 1 character summoning and talking to the dead. 2 character sacrificing animals on a remote island
what are Protista that don't resemble plants, animals, or fungi biologically called?
why was osama bin laden upset over the presence of u.s troops
The tire on Frank's bike moves 75 inches in one rotation. How many rotations will the tire have made after Frank rides 50 feet?
The circumference of a dinner plate is 15.7.What is the radius
how long is a term for a us senate
A group of environmentalists were discussing the benefits and drawbacks associated with using fossil fuels. Which argument best fits the conversation?
The circumference of a dinner plate is 15.7.What is the radius
The bank offered a 0.6% interest rate. find 0.6% of $1300........ (Help pls :( )
what fraction is equivalent to 123.5%