Question

Gabe mails two packages. One package weighs as much as the other
package. The total weight of the packages is 7 lb. Write and solve an equation
to find the weights of the two packages. Show your work.


I have to write an equation and then solve it. Help.

Answer 1

Answer:

Both packages are 3.5 lb.

The equation is 7 / 2

Step-by-step explanation:

All you have to do is divide 7 by 2.

7 / 2 = 3.5

3.5 * 2 = 7

So, the answer is 3.5

Hope this helps! :)