Bruce, Clark and Diana found a box of old baseball cards in the attic. They sold 131 cards to a collector and then split the remaining cards equally among themselves. Then, Bruce gave 1/4 cards to Evan. If Evan was given 5 cards, how many cards were in the box when it was found? (Hint: work backwards)

Bruce, Clark and Diana found a box of old baseball cards in the attic. They sold 131 cards to a collector and then split the remaining cards equally among themselves. Then, Bruce gave 1/4 cards to Evan. If Evan was given 5 cards, how many cards were in the box when it was found? (Hint: work backwards)

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter5: Systems Of Linear Equations

Section5.3: Solve Systems Of Equations By Elimination

Problem 5.66TI: To get her daily intake of fruit for the day, Sasha eats a banana and 8 strawberries on Wednesday...

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