Gavin and Seiji both worked hard over the summer. Together, they earned a total of $425. Gavin earned $25 more than Seiji. How much did each of them earn?

a. Write a system of two equations with two variables to model this problem.

b. Use substitution or the elimination method to solve the system.

c. Graph both equations.

d. Answer the question.

Question

Gavin and Seiji both worked hard over the summer. Together, they earned a total of $425. Gavin earned $25 more than Seiji. How much did each of them earn?

a. Write a system of two equations with two variables to model this problem.

b. Use substitution or the elimination method to solve the system.

c. Graph both equations.

d. Answer the question.

anonymous · Answer

$$x+y=425\
y=x+25$$ should do it

tishockjo · Answer

thank you ^^