Word problems - when two equations will equal each other - Math test answers

Word problems - when two equations will equal each other - Math test answers

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to solve a problem involving Sam and Hector's weight gain. Sam weighs 205 pounds and gains 2 pounds per week, while Hector weighs 195 pounds and gains 3 pounds per week. The goal is to determine how many weeks it will take for them to weigh the same. The instructor sets up an equation using a variable to represent the number of weeks and solves it step-by-step, concluding that it will take 10 weeks for Sam and Hector to weigh the same.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How do you set up the equation to find out when Sam and Hector will weigh the same?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the final answer for how many weeks it will take for Sam and Hector to weigh the same?

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