What is the x-value of the solution to the system of equations? 5x + 4y = 8 2x − 3y = 17 −3 −2 4 5

16. you're planning to buy a boat, a motor, and some miscellaneous boating equipment. the boat costs $325, the motor costs $225, and the equipment costs $79. if you've saved $438 toward these purchases, how much more do you need to save? a. $181 b. $281 c. $291 d. $191

Solve the compound inequality. graph your solution. 2x – 2 < –12 or 2x + 3 > 7 x < –5 or x > 5 x < –5 or x > 2 x < –12 or x > 2 x < –7 or x > 5

The number of volunteers to walk dogs at the local animal shelter last year was 20. this year, the number of volunteers has risen to 50. what is the percent of increase in the number of volunteers?