Question

Jared and Zach are practicing their free throws. Jared attempted x shots and made 75% of them. Zach attempted 10 more shots than Jared did and made 80% of them. Together, they made a total of 101 shots. Which equation represents this situation? How many balls did Jared and Zach throw.

Answer 1

0.75x + 0.8(x + 10) = 101

Explanation:

They both made 101 shots.

Jared attempted 60 shots.

Zach attempted 70 shots.

Answer 2

D. 0.75x + 0.8(x + 10) = 101

Explanation: