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10 April, 23:03

Irvin cut a 47 in. wire into two pieces. The longer piece is 13 in. longer than the shorter piece. What is the length of the longer piece? Enter your answer in the box.

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  1. 10 April, 23:14
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    (x+13) + x = 47

    2x+13=47

    -13. - 13

    2x=34

    x=17

    The length of the longer piece is 17 in
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