Question

5. Adrian visited a Clippers game. During the game, the team made 19 baskets, some 2-point

shots and some 3-point shots, for a total of 40 points. How many 3 point baskets did he
make?
How many baskets did he make

Answer 1

Answer: 17 two pt, 2 three pointers

Explanation:

2x + 3y = 40

x + y = 19

y = -x+19

2x + 3(-x+19) = 40

2x - 3x + 57 = 40

-x + 57 = 40

-x = -17

x = 17

y = -(17) = 19

y = 2