The Zigzag River is 114 miles longer than twice the Petite River.
If the Petite River is 46 miles long, how long is the Zigzag River?

Question

The Zigzag River is 114 miles longer than twice the Petite River.
If the Petite River is 46 miles long, how long is the Zigzag River?

mathmale · Answer

Why not let Z represent the length of the Zigzag River.

Now, write an algebraic expression that shows how Z is related to the length of the Petite River.

anonymous · Answer

I need step by step instruction. It's a 40 question sheet and only need 9 more.
(46x2)-114=z

anonymous · Answer

206

jtvatsim · Answer

how did you get 206? @PI3.14

anonymous · Answer

Yeah because mine is waay off.

mathmale · Answer

Please explain how you got (46x2)-114=z.

anonymous · Answer

114 + (2 * 46)

mathmale · Answer

@PI3.14 :  Right.  Why?  Please let @iluvmymuzic14  find her own answer.

anonymous · Answer

Thanks I will I just need some help on this particular one, @mathmale.

anonymous · Answer

OH! I accidentally subtracted! ;P

anonymous · Answer

Thanks for the help, now I can go to volleyball practice! Thanks everyone!