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Using Algebra to Solve Problems

Solve the following problems by showing your work using algebra. Remember to write a
sentence in the end.

1. The sum of 3 consecutive numbers is 105. Find the 3 numbers.

2. The number of frost-free days per year in Quebec City is 18 less than the number in
Halifax. The total number in both cities is 292. How many frost-free days are there per
year in Halifax?

3. The maximum life span of a brown bear is 10 times the maximum life span of a mouse.
The sum of their maximum life spans is 33 years. What is the maximum life span of a
mouse?
4. One of the equal sides of an isosceles triangle is 3 m less than twice its base. The
perimeter is 44 m. Find the lengths of the sides.

5. There are 2.25 times as many days of fog per year in Vancouver as in Winnipeg. The
total number of days of fog in both cities is 65. How many days of fog does Winnipeg
have per year?