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Question 843153: I need help turning the following word problem into an algebraic equation. Thanks for the assistance. I am really stumped.
Problem: During the 1998-1999 Little League season, the Tigers played 57 games. They lost 21 more games than they won. How many games did they play that season?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

They lost 21 more games than the highlight_green%28x%29games  won. 

   wins + losses = 57 games played

   x + (x+21) = 57

     2x = 36

      x = 18, games won  and 39 lost