SOLUTION: John bowled 136 on his first game and 148 on his second.Jerry had a total score of 483 for three games.What would john have to bowl on his third game to beat jerry?

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Question 600158: John bowled 136 on his first game and 148 on his second.Jerry had a total score of 483 for three games.What would john have to bowl on his third game to beat jerry?
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Add John's two scores. Subtract the sum from Jerry's total. The result is the score John needs in order to tie Jerry. Add 1.

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