8.EE.8.c
Solve real world and mathematical problems leading to two linear equations in two variables.
Example Problems
In 16 years, Ben will be 3 times as old as he is right now.
How old is he right now?
How old is he right now?
Solve the following system of equations using the elimination method:
In 12 years, Nathan will be 4 times as old as he is right now.
How old is he right now?
How old is he right now?
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