Question

In August, a giant panda named Rico was born at the Silver City Zoo. In September, Rico weighed 3.09 pounds. Today, Rico is weighed again and he is heavier than before. Now Rico weighs 10.91 pounds. Use an equation to find the amount of weight Rico gained between September and today.

Answer 1

7.82

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: 7.69

Step-by-step explanation:

3.04+w=10.73

W+3.04=10.73

W+3.04-3.04=10.73-3.04

Subtract 3.04 from both sides

W=7.69

Max gained 7.69 pounds between September and today