Translate to a system of equations: The sum of two numbers is negative twenty-three. One number is 7 less than the other. Find the numbers.
Read more
Table of Contents
Textbook Solutions for Elementary Algebra
Question
Solve Direct Translation Applications
In the following exercises, translate to a system of equations and solve.
Robert is 15 years older than his sister, Helen. The sum of their ages is sixty-three. Find their ages.
Solution
The first step in solving 5.4 problem number trying to solve the problem we have to refer to the textbook question: Solve Direct Translation ApplicationsIn the following exercises, translate to a system of equations and solve.Robert is 15 years older than his sister, Helen. The sum of their ages is sixty-three. Find their ages.
From the textbook chapter Systems of Linear Equations - Solve Applications with Systems of Equations you will find a few key concepts needed to solve this.
Visible to paid subscribers only
Step 3 of 7)Visible to paid subscribers only
full solution