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Question 559995: How would I put this word problem into an algebraic equation and solve?
Carol received an 82, 94, and 88 on three Social Studies tests.What did Carol receive on her fourth test if her average on all four tests was 85?

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Carol received an 82, 94, and 88 on three Social Studies tests.What did Carol receive on her fourth test if her average on all four tests was 85?
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To average 85 on 4 tests requires 340 points (4*85)
She has 82 + 94 + 88 points now.