Question

The teacher tells the class the highest marks obtained by a student in her class is twice the lowest marks plus 7 . the highest score is 87. what is the lowest score? (pls tell with example and formula) thanks! (i am in grade 7)!

Answer 1

40

Explanation:

highest=2(lowest)+7

Replace the variables here:

87=2(lowest)+7

minus 7 on both sides

80=2(lowest)

divide both sides by 2

40=lowest