Question

The equation 5w+16=61

5

w

+

16

=

61

models how many weeks, w

w

, it takes a puppy to reach a weight of 61

61

ounces after being born. If the puppy gains the same amount of weight each week, how many weeks does it take the puppy to reach 61

61

ounces?

Answer 1

9 weeks.

Explanation:

The equation 5w+16=61 models how many weeks, w it takes a puppy to reach a weight of 61 ounces after being born.

5w+16=61

Subtract 16 from both sides of the above equation.

5w+16-16=61-16

5w = 45

w = 9

Hence, the puppy will take 9 weeks to reach 61 ounces.