How would you set up an equation for this? A party-length submarine sandwich that is 59 in. long is cut into three pieces. The middle piece is 5 in. longer than the shortest piece, and the shortest piece is 9 in. shorter than the longest piece. How long is each piece?

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anonymous · Answer

Well in the equation, just solve for x:
x + (9+5) + 9 = 59
x + (14) +9 = 59
x + 23 = 59
x = 59 - 23
x = 36

first part: 36
middle: 14
last part: 9
total: 59

anonymous · Answer

I don't think that answer is right

anonymous · Answer

Let's call the shortest piece is x 
then the middle piece is x + 5
and the longest piece is x +9
add them all up equals to 59 to get the equation

anonymous · Answer

So the equation would be x+x+5+x+9=59?

anonymous · Answer

yes

anonymous · Answer

combine like-terms now

anonymous · Answer

oh ok, that makes it easier. I had x as the longest piece, I thinks thats were i want wrong... Thank you!!!

anonymous · Answer

you're welcome!

anonymous · Answer

I apologize I read it wrong