Writing and Solving One-Variable Equations from Word Problems

Algebra · Algebra 1 — Writing and Solving One-Variable Equations

Question

Set up and solve an equation for each scenario. (a) A phone plan charges a $25 flat fee plus $0.10 per text message. If the bill is $47, how many texts were sent? (b) Two hikers start at opposite ends of a 24-mile trail and walk toward each other at 3 mph and 5 mph respectively. How many hours until they meet? (c) A rectangular garden has a perimeter of 64 ft. The length is 4 ft more than twice the width. Find the dimensions.

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