Question

Bill weighs 120 lb and is gaining 10 pounds per month. Phil weighs 204 pounds and is losing 4 pounds per month.

How much will Bill and Phil weigh when they weigh the same amount? Answer (write the number only)
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Answer 1

180 lbs

Explanation:

204-24= 180

120+60=180

multiply each by 6

Answer 2

180 pounds

Explanation:

In six months Bill's weight will be increased by 60 pounds

10 pounds*6 months=60 pounds

120+60=180

In six months Phil will lose 24 pounds decreasing his weight from 204 to 180

4 pounds*6 months=24 pounds

204-24=180