For the following system of equations, write your own real world scenario that describes what is happening. Use complete sentences and correct grammar in your scenario.

Part 2:
Solve the system and explain what the results mean according to your scenario.

2x + y = 11
3x + 4y = 24

Question

For the following system of equations, write your own real world scenario that describes what is happening. Use complete sentences and correct grammar in your scenario. 

Part 2: 
Solve the system and explain what the results mean according to your scenario. 

2x + y = 11 
3x + 4y = 24

anonymous · Answer

A simple situation would be to let one equation describe the total cost of two items, and let the second equation describe the number of total items.

X would represent one item, and Y would represent the other item.