the quaterback was sacked x yards from his own goal as the first quarter ended. He walked to the other end of the field and lined up on the other x yard. he walked 41.75 yards between the two yard lines. how far from his end zone was sacked?

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Question

the quaterback was sacked x yards from his own goal as the first quarter ended. He walked to the other end of the field and lined up on the other x yard. he walked 41.75 yards between the two yard lines. how far from his end zone was sacked?

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anonymous · Answer

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The field is divided into three sections with lengths x, x, and 41.75.  The sum of those length must add to 100 yes.  That is your equation.  Can you set it up?