Jason weighs 36 pounds. Together, he and his sister weigh four pounds more than three times the weight of his sister. What is the weight, w, of Jason's sister?
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36 + w = 3w; 18 pounds
36 + w - 4 = 3w; 19 pounds
36 + w = 3w + 4; 16 pounds
36 + w = 3w - 4; 20 pounds

Question

Jason weighs 36 pounds. Together, he and his sister weigh four pounds more than three times the weight of his sister. What is the weight, w, of Jason's sister?
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36 + w = 3w; 18 pounds
36 + w  - 4 = 3w; 19 pounds
36 + w = 3w + 4; 16 pounds
36 + w = 3w - 4; 20 pounds

anonymous · Answer

Simple dude, it's C. listen to how it's read, I KNOW this is right!

anonymous · Answer

Sorry, I can't think straight. Too stressed about tests, etc. Thanks!

anonymous · Answer

No prob, I know from mine to! thanks for the medal!

anonymous · Answer

No problem for the medal :D