SOLUTION: how do you write an expression for Bob weights 17 pounds less than jack. Jack weights X pounds. Bob's weight:

SOLUTION: how do you write an expression for Bob weights 17 pounds less than jack. Jack weights X pounds. Bob's weight:

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Question 780606: how do you write an expression for Bob weights 17 pounds less than jack. Jack weights X pounds. Bob's weight:
Answer by harpazo(655) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
There is nothing to solve for. Just write a math expression for the words.
Let x - 17 = Bob's age
Let x = Jack's age
Answer: x - 17
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