SOLUTION: I do not need an answer but how to put into an equation. Here is the problem: The saddle height on a bicycle should be 109% of the rider's inside leg measurement L. What is the eq

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Question 10117: I do not need an answer but how to put into an equation. Here is the problem:
The saddle height on a bicycle should be 109% of the rider's inside leg measurement L. What is the equation expressing the fact that the saddle height for Brenda is 36 in.
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let H = Saddle height, change the percent to a decimal (109% = 1.09),then:
H+=+1.09L and for Brenda's saddle height of 36 inches:
1.09L+=+36+inches