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The equation

5
w
+
16
=
61
models how many weeks,
w
, it takes a puppy to reach a weight of
61
ounces after being born. If the puppy gains the same amount of weight each week, how many weeks does it take the puppy to reach
61
ounces?

1 Answer

9 votes

Answer:

9 weeks

Explanation:

5w+16=61

Subtract 16 from both sides of the above equation.

5w+16-16=61-16

5w = 45

w = 9

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