Question

there are some roses,lilies, and orchids in the vase. The number of roses is twice the number of lilies and the number of orchids is 5 more than the number of roses. if the total is 45, find the number of each type of flower

Answer 1

Explanation:

Let's say R is roses, L is lilies, and O is orchids.

R = 2L

O = R + 5

R + L + O = 45

Let's substitute the second equation into the third:

R + L + (R + 5) = 45

2R + L = 40

Now substitute the first equation:

2(2L) + L = 40

4L + L = 40

5L = 40

L = 8

Therefore:

R = 2L = 16

O = R + 5 = 21

There are 16 roses, 8 lilies, and 21 orchids.