Question

Complete the real-world situation that could be modeled by the equation 150 − 8x = 170 − 12x. Xavier has $150 in his lunch account. He spends $ for lunch each day. Zack has $ in his lunch account. He spends $ each day. After how many days will the boys have the same amount of money in their accounts?

Answer 1

5 days

Explanation:

The question above is modeled by the equation :

150 − 8x = 170 − 12x.

After how many days will both have ye same amount :

Number of days = x

Collect like terms

-8x + 12x = 170 - 150

4x = 20

x = 20/4

x = 5 days

The boys will have the same amount in their account after 5 days.