Auditions for a new, upcoming band in Chicago were held with 102 men and women trying out for the lead singer position. If twice the number of men less three times the number of women is equal to -6, how many women auditioned?

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Auditions for a new, upcoming band in Chicago were held with 102 men and women trying out for the lead singer position. If twice the number of men less three times the number of women is equal to -6, how many women auditioned?

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anonymous · Answer

let x be the no. of men and y be the no. of women
the two eqns will be
x+y=102
2x-3y=-6
now solve them simultaneously to get your answer

anonymous · Answer

I just need the answer..

anonymous · Answer

is it 60 and 42

anonymous · Answer

x=60 ,y=42

anonymous · Answer

http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=x%2By%3D102%2C2x-3y%3D-6

anonymous · Answer

@satellite73  .... seriouly ur amazing

anonymous · Answer

@Sarkar  , which one is for the women? because i have 60 and 42 .. ?

anonymous · Answer

i have clearly assumed the variables in my solution

anonymous · Answer

ok.. thanks you for ur help all of u..