Question

Greg combined different weights of fertilizer, soil, and compost to make 29 kilograms (kg) of
potting soil for some plants. The weight of fertilizer was x kg. The weight of soil was 2 kg more
than three times the weight of fertilizer, and the weight of compost was half the weight of
fertilizer. This is represented in the equation below.
x + (3x + 2) + 1/2x = 29
What was the difference in the weights of soil and compost Greg combined?
A. 3 kg
B. 6 kg
C. 14 kg
D. 17 kg

I get 14 I just want to verify again

@csscgirl

Answer 1

4.5x+2=29
4.5x=27
x=6
thats what i got... how did you get 14?

Answer 2

I'm pretty sure I made a mistake early on....Im really nervous its my algebra final and I need to get a really good score thanks again

Answer 3

thanks :)