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well..thx a lot for the help and sorry for the confusion.I guess i simply didnt translate the problem well (from french to english)...thx though
*System of equations AND Inequation* (Need help)
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The forum discussion centers on solving a problem involving a system of equations related to the ascent and descent of a professional athlete, Alex, hiking a slope. The athlete ascends at 12 km/hour and descends at 18 km/hour, with the descent taking 15 minutes less than the ascent. The correct solution for the length of the slope (L) is determined to be 9 km after establishing the relationship between time, distance, and speed, and correcting initial algebraic errors.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of basic algebra and equations
- Knowledge of speed, distance, and time relationships
- Familiarity with converting units (km/hour to km/minute)
- Ability to solve linear equations
- Practice solving systems of equations in word problems
- Learn about unit conversions in physics and mathematics
- Explore more complex algebraic concepts, such as fractions and common denominators
- Review time-distance-speed problems and their applications
Students in middle or high school mathematics, particularly those studying algebra and systems of equations, as well as educators looking for examples of real-world applications of these concepts.
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