kodydamastah kodydamastah
  • 22-10-2019
  • Mathematics
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In one month Ansley 15 times as many miles as Jack runs. Altogether, they run 192 miles. How many miles does Ansley run in 1 month?

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LillianMosley LillianMosley
  • 02-11-2020

Answer:

180 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

Define the Variables:     y= miles run by Ansley     x= miles run by Jack

The equations are: y=15x and x+y=192

To solve, use substitution.

x+(15x) = 192

16x = 192

÷16      ÷16

x=12

y=15x

y=15(12)

y=180

Ansley ran 180 miles in one month.

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