Total heads = 10
Total legs = 26
Cat = 4 legs
Birds = 2 legs
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Assumed all birds :
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Total legs = 10 x 2 = 20
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Difference in legs :
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26 - 20 = 6
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Difference in legs between the two animals:
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4 - 2 = 2
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Find number of cats :
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6 ÷ 2 = 3
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Find number of birds :
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10 - 3 = 7
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Answer: There are 3 cats and 7 birds.
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