My step daughter needs help with her algebra homework can anyone help me? The problem says: Find three consecutive integers so that 25 more than the second is equal to 5 times the third.
2006-09-18 12:57:48 · 3 answers · asked by Ray M 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
So, let's call the integers X, X+1, and X+2
(X+1)+25 = 5*(X+2)
X + 26 = 5*X + 10
16 = 4*X
4 = X
So, the integers are 4, 5, and 6
2006-09-18 13:03:48 · answer #1 · answered by nondescript 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have the same homework but I know how to do it. Have her set it up like this but without 1) , 2) and so on. Have her break the problem down into steps.
1. Let a = first number
2. Let b = second number
3. Let c=third number
4. Set up the problem.
b+25=5c
Use guess and check.
Say 5 was b and 6 was c.
Does 5+25= 5x6?
Try it out. Sorry I can't really DO the problem for you. I can only give you an idea. Do you understand now?
2006-09-18 20:15:48 · answer #2 · answered by July 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to math.com they have tutors and homework help on the site . good luck
2006-09-18 20:01:25 · answer #3 · answered by kimber1731 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋