Basic College Mathematics (10th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134467795
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Chapter 9 - Basic Algebra - 9.8 Using Equations to Solve Application Problems - 9.8 Exercises - Page 688: 35

Answer

Ricardo originally weighed 185 pounds.

Work Step by Step

Let $x = $ Ricardo's original weight $x + 15 - 28 + 5 = 177$ $x + 20 - 28 = 177$ $x - 8 = 177$ $x = 185$ pounds
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