a.
To define the variable and write the system of linear equations for the given situation
a.
Answer to Problem 27PPS
Explanation of Solution
Given:
For group A, there were 22 trips to batting cage and 5 golf games and the total price comes out to be $67.73.
For group B, there were 16 trips to batting cage and 3 golf games and the total price comes out to be $44.81.
Calculation:
Let,
The price of a trip to batting cage be $x and the price of a golf game be $y.
For group A, there were 22 trips to batting cage and 5 golf games and the total price comes out to be $67.73, which means,
For group B, there were 16 trips to batting cage and 3 golf games and the total price comes out to be $44.81, which means
Let,
Conclusion:
Therefore, the system of equations are:
b.
To solve the system of equation and explain the solution
b.
Answer to Problem 27PPS
Explanation of Solution
Given:
From sub part (a),
Calculation:
Let,
Now, subtract
Putting the value of x in equation (i),
Conclusion:
Hence, the solution of the system of equations is:
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