SOLUTION: I have 28 cows and turkeys with a total of 96 legs. how many of each?

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Question 346854: I have 28 cows and turkeys with a total of 96 legs. how many of each?
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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c + t = 28 ___ -2c - 2t = -56

4c + 2t = 96

adding equations ___ 2c = 40