Question

Can someone help me? I'm having a hard time with Algebra 1..
Part 1:
For the following system of equations, write your own real world scenario that describes what is happening. Use complete sentences and correct grammar in your scenario.

Part 2:
Solve the system and explain what the results mean according to your scenario.

2x + y = 10
3x + 4y = 25

Answer 1

are you supposed to come up with some hokey "word problem" for this, or just say it in english?

Answer 2

I guess just say it in English haha :)

Answer 3

They didn't specify.

Answer 4

ok lets try this
2 beers and a shot cost $10, while 3 beers and 4 shots cost $25
if \(x\) is the price of a beer and \(y\) is the price of a shot, how much to each cost?

Answer 5

then solve
\[2x + y = 10 \]\[3x + 4y = 25\]

Answer 6

you can solve in many ways. one way is to write the first equation as
\[y=10-2x\] and then substitute in to the second equation and get
\[3x+4(10-2x)=25\] solve via
\[3x+40-8x=25\]
\[-5x+40=25\]
\[-5x=-15\]
\[x=3\]

Answer 7

so beer cost $3 and therefore shots are $4

Answer 8

if you think beers and shots will annoy your teacher, change them to hot dogs and hamburgers

Answer 9

sounds good to me :) good job @satellite73

Answer 10

You're a life saver ! Thank you so much! It actually makes sense now too, I've been stuck on this for a while.
And yeah, considering I'm only 15, it might haha. Thanks again ! You're amazing !

Answer 11

yw