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Ralph walks 1 1/4 miles home from school every day. He stops at Joe's house, which is 5/6 of a mile from school. How far is it from Joe's house to Ralph's house?

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter2: Solving Linear Equations And Inequalities

Section2.6: Solve A Formula For A Specific Variable

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