SOLUTION: Out of their first 40 games the Williamsbury Wildwings had a record of 18 wins and 22 losses. Assuming no ties, how many of their next 50 games must they win if their record is to
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Question 432823: Out of their first 40 games the Williamsbury Wildwings had a record of 18 wins and 22 losses. Assuming no ties, how many of their next 50 games must they win if their record is to show twice as many wins as losses?
Answer by jorel1380(3719) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2x+x=90
3x=90
x=30
2x=60
60-18=42
The Wildwings need to win 42 games out of their next 50 to have a .667 record..
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