Question

Translate the following phrases into an algebraic expression using the variable x to represent the cost of the reel. Do not simplify.

The cost of purchasing a fishing rod and reel if the rod costs $5 less than twice the cost of the reel

Answer 1

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we have to translate the following phrases into an algebraic expression using the variable x to represent the cost of the reel.

The phrase is

The cost of purchasing a fishing rod and reel if the rod costs $5 less than twice the cost of the reel

let the cost of rell is X

Rod= $5 less than twice the cost of the reel

• 5 less than 2X
• 2X-5

COST OF ROD AND REEL

• COST =rod+reel
• COST=2X-5+X

Answer 2

2x-5 + x

Explanation:

x = cost of the reel

rod costs 2 times the reel minus 5

rod = 2x-5

We want the cost of the rod and reel

cost = rod + reel

= 2x-5 + x