1. -35x+710 = -25x+570
-10x=-140
x=14
In 14 weeks, Pedro and Maria's accounts will have the same amount.
2. 9x+90 = 13x+50
-4x=-40
x=10
For 10 square yards of carpeting will the cost be the same for both stores.
3. 0.06x+44 = 0.09x+35
-0.09x= -9
x=100
For 100 miles both companies will charge the same price.
4. 15x+250 = 20x+200
-5x= -50
x= 10
It will take 10 weeks for the amount in each savings account to be the same.
5. 25x+250 = 50x
-25x = -250
x = 10
10 stereos must be sold to make the same amount of money under both plans.
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