W = pt + 105

A wrestler is trying to gain weight for an upcoming match. His current weight is 105. In the formula shown, W = weight, p = pounds and t = time(weeks). He has 6 weeks before his match and has a goal weight of 123 pounds. Determine the minimum number of pounds he must gain per week to meet his goal.
A)
1 pound
B)
2 pounds
C)
3 pounds
D)
4 pounds

Question

W = pt + 105
	
  A wrestler is trying to gain weight for an upcoming match. His current weight is 105. In the formula shown, W = weight, p = pounds and t = time(weeks). He has 6 weeks before his match and has a goal weight of 123 pounds. Determine the minimum number of pounds he must gain per week to meet his goal.
A)
1 pound	
B)
2 pounds	
C)
3 pounds	
D)
4 pounds

anonymous · Answer

Plug them in for 'p'

Here, 't' is 6, because we're looking at the time for 6 weeks.

W = (1)(6) + 105

Multiply:

W = 6 + 105

Add:

W = 111

This looks too small, try another number the same way. @friendzone

texaschic101 · Answer

try plugging in 3 for p and see what you get

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

W = (3)(6) + 105

What's 3 * 6? @friendzone

friendzone · Answer

got 3