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27 May, 18:55

Charlie's weight is nine kilograms greater than his brother's. Together they weigh 99 kilograms. Let x represent the weight of the little brother. Which equation can be used to determine what each one weighs?

A) x2 + 9 = 99

B) 2x - 9 = 99

C) 2x + 9 = 99

D) 3x - 9 = 99

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  1. 27 May, 21:58
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    C=x+9, c+x=99, c=99-x

    So we have two equations equal to c, c=x+9 and c=99-x, since c=c:

    x+9=99-x

    2x+9=99

    2x=90

    x=45, and since c=x+9, c=54

    So Charlie weighs 54 kg and his brother weighs 45 kg.
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