Question

Travis studied 1.5 hours for his science exam, 2 1/4 hours for his math, and x hours each for Spanish, English, and social studies. If he spent 11 1/4 hours studying, how much time did he spend studying for Spanish?

Answer 1

Answer: Travis studied Spanish for 2.5 hours.

Explanation:

1. First, we have to make our equation. Since it DID state that he studied x hours EACH for Spanish, English, and Social Studies, we could just make that 3x.

So,

3x + 1.5 + 2.25= 11.25

3x + 3.75= 11.25

-3.75 -3.75

3x/3=7.50/3

x=2.5