SOLUTION: Writing an algebraic expression. "A 43 inch pipe is cute into 2 pieces. If 1 piece has a length of x inches, what is the length, in inches of the other piece?" Is the answ

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Question 706733: Writing an algebraic expression.
"A 43 inch pipe is cute into 2 pieces. If 1 piece has a length of x inches, what is the length, in inches of the other piece?"
Is the answer as simple as
43-x=y or 43=x+y ??
thank you!
Answer by fcabanski(1391) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The answer you wrote is the only possible answer unless the problem gives more information.


43-x=y is 43 (total length) minus the length of the first piece.


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