SOLUTION: Mike spent 5/9 of an hour (h) in the batting cages on Friday, and 8/9 of an hour on Saturday. He wants to spend 2 h total on the weekend. How much time should he spend on Sunday

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Question 392063: Mike spent 5/9 of an hour (h) in the batting cages on Friday, and 8/9 of an hour on Saturday. He wants to spend 2 h total on the weekend. How much time should he spend on Sunday to accomplish this goal?
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
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5/9 + 8/9 + x = 2

x = 2 - 8/9 - 5/9 = 5/9 hours