Question

Jacob walked for x miles and then cycled for y miles between his home and the library. the number of miles Jacob cycled was 3 miles more than twice the number of miles he walked. the total number of miles Jacob walked and cycled was 6 miles. how many miles did Jacob walk and cylcle?

Answer 1

Walk: 1

Bike: 5

y=2x+3

x+2x+3=6

3x+3=6

3x=3

x=1

6-1=5

Answer 2

Walk: 1
Bike: 5

y=2x+3
x+2x+3=6
3x+3=6
3x=3
x=1
6-1=5