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on an algebra test, theh ighest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140. Find the highest grade.
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on an algebra test, theh ighest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140. Find the highest grade.
Answer by geetha_rama(94) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let x be the highest grade and y be the lowest grade
x - y = 44 -> equation 1 (Difference between highest and lowest grade
x + y = 140 -> equation 2 (sum of two grades)
Adding the above equations,
2x = 184
x = 92
y = 92-44 (from euqation 1)
y = 48
Highest grade = 92
Lowest grade = 48
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