SOLUTION: Kay and Dale are friends. They share the sum of $4800 between them. Kay received $120 less than what Dale received. Let the amount received by Kay be represented by k, and that of
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Question 1073605: Kay and Dale are friends. They share the sum of $4800 between them. Kay received $120 less than what Dale received. Let the amount received by Kay be represented by k, and that of Dale by d.
Write down two equations in terms of k and d and solve those equations and determine the amount each of the two received. Answer by ikleyn(52781) (Show Source):
D + K = 4800, (1)
D - K = 120. (2)
To solve the system, add the two equation (both side) and see what happens.
From this point, complete the assignment on your own.
