PLEASE HELP!!!! The sum of three numbers is 20. The sum of twice the first number , 5 times the second number, and 6 times the third number is 87. The difference between 7 times the first number and the second number is 44. Find the three numbers.

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lgbasallote · Answer

let:
x = first number
y = second number
z = third number

do you know how to translate "The sum of three numbers is 20" into algebra?

anonymous · Answer

I tried this problem too many times and just can't get the right answer. I only have one more try to get the answer correct. Please help!