Question 1073785
R = S+37
R+2 = 5(S-1)
S+37+2 = 5S-5
44 = 4S
S = 44/4 = 11 Sherry is 11
R = 11 + 37 = 48
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Check:
R+2 = 5(S-1)
48+2 = 5(11-1) Use your calculator to find that both sides are equal. Correct