SOLUTION: The ratio of foxes to rabbits in the Deerfield Forest Preserve is 2 to 9. If there are 35 fewer foxes than rabbits, then how many of each are there?
I know this isn't right: 2:9=-
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I know this isn't right: 2:9=-
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You can put this solution on YOUR website! The ratio of foxes to rabbits in the Deerfield Forest Preserve is 2 to 9. If there are 35 fewer foxes than rabbits, then how many of each are there?
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2 to 9 is the same as 2x to 9x where 2x is the # of foxes.
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Equation:
2x = 9x-35
-7x = -35
x = 5
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2x = 10 (# of foxes)
9x = 45 (# of rabbits)
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Stan H.
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