Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 1 - Section 1.1 - Introduction to Algebra: Variables and Mathematical Models - Exercise Set - Page 13: 88

Answer

a. $28$ b. $168$

Work Step by Step

$a.$ Calculate H by replacing A with $165$ in the formula: $H=0.8(200-A)$ $ =0.8(200-165)$ $=0.8(35)$ $=28$ $b.$ The final score is ( score for the game) + (handicap) $=140+28$ $=168$
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