Solve the equation. simplify your answer. 2x(x-4)-3(x+5)=x(1-x)-16

Acollege is planning to construct a rectangular parking lot on land bordered on one side by a highway. the plan is to use 680 feet of fencing to fence off the other three sides. what dimensions should the lot have if the enclosed area is to be a maximum?

The magnitude, m, of an earthquake is defined to be m=log l/s, where i is the intensity of the earthquake (measured by the amplitude of the seismograph wave) and s is the intensity of a “standard” earthquake, which is barely detectable. what is the magnitude of an earthquake that is 1,000 times more intense than a standard earthquake? use a calculator. round your answer to the nearest tenth.

Marla bought a book for $12.95, a binder for $3.49, and a backpack for $44.99. the sales tax rate is 6%. find the amount of tax and the total she paid for these items