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23 November, 21:47

The total mass of two packets of fruit is 10.5 kg. One packet of fruit is 3 kg lighter than the other. Find the mass of the heavier packet of fruit.

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  1. 24 November, 01:11
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    (3+x) + x=10.5

    Simplify

    2x = 7.5

    x = 3.75

    Plug in for x

    (3 + 3.75) + 3.75 = 10.5

    6.75 + 3.75 = 10.5

    The heavier packet of fruit is 6.75 kg.
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