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Please help I’m confused

Please help I’m confused-example-1
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Answer:

Bradley: 875

Harner: 706

Explanation:

First, we will construct an equation form the given information.

x + (x - 169) = 1581

Where:

x = Bradley's points

x - 169 = Harner's points

x + (x - 169) = 1581

Now, we will combine.

2x - 169 = 1581

Next, we will add 169 from both sides of the equation.

2x - 169 + 169 = 1581 + 169

2x = 1750

Now, we will divide the value in front of x, in this instance the value is 2, from the equation

2x = 1750/2

x = 875

Next, we will plug x in the equation.

875 + (875 - 169) = 1581

875 + 706 = 1581

1581 = 1581

therefore:

Bradley: 875

Harner: 706

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