Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 2 - Section 2.4 - An Introduction to Problem Solving - Exercise Set - Page 139: 77

Answer

Always check the wording of the original word problem because you want to make sure you are answering it correctly. If you only check the equation you came up with for the answer, the math could be correct, but it might be answering the original word problem.

Work Step by Step

It's important to double check you are answering the original question.
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