Temika K.
asked • 01/21/21Mathematics word problem
A Lion weighs 7X more than a Leopard. The combined weight of both cats is 480. How much does each cat weigh?
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Raymond B. answered • 01/22/21
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x = 7y
x+y+ 480
7y+y = 480
8y = 480
y = 480/8 = 60 pounds for the leopard
x = 7(60) = 420 pounds for the lion
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Temika K.
Please assist. Thanks01/21/21