Question

The total area of your neighbor's backyard is 900 ft2. she wants to use 240 ft2 more area for landscaping than for a pool. how much area will she use for the pool? the landscaping?

Answer 1

L = landscaping
P = pool

L + P = 900

L = P + 240


P + 240 + P = 900

2P = 660

Pool = 330 sq ft
Landscaping = 570 sq ft