Question

Brenda, Katherine, and Patrice earned a combined 17 points during their team's game. Brenda earned 4 points and Katherine earned 8 points. Which of the following equations can be used to determine how many points Patrice earned? A. 4x + 8 =17

B. 4 + 8 + x = 17
C. 4 + 8 = 17 + x
D. 8x + 4 = 17

Answer 1

Answer: 4 + 8 + x = 17

Explanation:

Answer 2

B. because Brenda scored 4 points and Katherine scored 8 points and we do not know what Patrice scored. So it would be B.4+8+x=17.

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