Question

Tatesville had x inches of rainfall in April, (x + 1.3) inches of rainfall in May, and (2x + 0.5) inches in June. If x=2 inches, what is the amount of rainfall for Tatesville during the three-month period? *

Answer 1

Answer: 9.8 inches

Explanation:

Since x = 2 inches

Rainfall in April = x inches = 2 inches

Rainfall in May = x + 1.3 = 2 + 1.3 = 3.3 inches

Rainfall in June = 2x + 0.5 = 2(2) + 0.5 = 4.5

Total rainfall = 2 + 3.3 + 4.5 = 9.8 inches