Question

The average lifespan of a tiger is 17 years. This 3 years less than the average lifespan of a lion.


A.) Write a let statement to define your variable

B.) Write and solve an equation to find the average lifespan of a lion.

Answer 1

Hi There!

Let the average lifespan of a tiger be t, and let the average lifespan of a lion be l.

Now, write the equation:

We know that t=17, and l = 17-3

Write the equation:

l=17-3

Solve:

l=14 (Average lifespan of a lion)

And we're done!

Hope it helps.

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