Currently, there are 68 of a certain endangered species in captivity. Zoologists hope to breed 5 more of the species annually. If x represents the number of years of breeding, which of the following equations could be used to find y, the total number of the species in captivity?

A. 68y = 5x

B. y = 5x + 68

c. y = 73x

d y + 68 = 5x

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Saul Hancock

3 October, 13:12

Currently, there are 68 of a certain endangered species in captivity. Zoologists hope to breed 5 more of the species annually. If x represents the number of years of breeding, which of the following equations could be used to find y, the total number of the species in captivity?

A. 68y = 5x

B. y = 5x + 68

c. y = 73x

d y + 68 = 5x

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Adriel Black · Answer 1

Answer: B.

Step-by-step explanation: For example lets say the breeding occurs for 5 years. 5 x 5 would be 25. 25 + 68 would = 93 which is the amount of animals that are in captivity.