221k views
1 vote
Guys this Question is about system of equation word problem

please assist me !

Guys this Question is about system of equation word problem please assist me !-example-1
Guys this Question is about system of equation word problem please assist me !-example-1
Guys this Question is about system of equation word problem please assist me !-example-2

1 Answer

3 votes
Let f and s represent the weights of the first and second objects, respectively.
.. f - s = 200 . . . . . . . . the first is 200 lb heavier than the second
.. s = (1/3)f . . . . . . . . . . the second was 1/3 the weight of the first

In augmented matrix form, the equations can be written
.. f - s = 200
.. f - 3s = 0

The solution is
.. f = 300
.. s = 100
Their total weight is 400 lb, not enough to kill Mr. Boddy. The physics-loving professor is apparently innocent.
Guys this Question is about system of equation word problem please assist me !-example-1
User Joseph Lust
by
8.0k points

No related questions found

Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

9.4m questions

12.2m answers

Categories