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solve the equations and word problems as instructed, showing all work and including check steps for equations with unique solutions. For the word problems, define unknowns, set up equations based on given data, solve completely, and provide final answers with units. Use proper algebraic steps and clear explanations throughout.

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This paper addresses the assignment to solve a set of algebraic equations and word problems, as well as to interpret a trauma-related narrative, applying appropriate mathematical methods and analytical skills. The initial set comprises five algebraic equations which require solving with complete work and verification, followed by five word problems that involve setting up and solving equations based on real-world scenarios, ensuring clarity in variable definitions, calculations, and final answers with appropriate units.

Algebraic Equations

1) Solve the equation: 2x - 4 = 10

First, add 4 to both sides: 2x = 14

Next, divide both sides by 2: x = 7

Check: Substitute x = 7 back into original: 2(7) - 4 = 14 - 4 = 10, which matches the right side. Thus, the solution x = 7 is verified.

2) Solve the equation: 3(2y + 5) = 21

Distribute 3: 6y + 15 = 21

Subtract 15 from both sides: 6y = 6

Divide both sides by 6: y = 1

Check: Substitute y = 1: 3(2(1) + 5) = 3(2 + 5) = 3(7) = 21, confirmed.

3) Solve the equation: (x/4) + 3 = 6

Subtract 3: x/4 = 3

Multiply both sides by 4: x = 12

Check: Substitute x = 12: (12/4) + 3 = 3 + 3 = 6, correct.

4) Solve the equation: 5z - 7 = 3z + 5

Subtract 3z from both sides: 2z - 7 = 5

Add 7 to both sides: 2z = 12

Divide by 2: z = 6

Check: 5(6) - 7 = 30 - 7 = 23; 3(6) + 5 = 18 + 5 = 23; correct.

5) Solve the equation: (a + 2) / 3 = 4

Multiply both sides by 3: a + 2 = 12

Subtract 2: a = 10

Check: (10 + 2) / 3 = 12 / 3 = 4, verified.

Word Problems

6) The number of kilograms of water varies directly as the person's mass. A person with a mass of 90 kg contains 60 kg of water. How many kilograms of water are in a person with a mass of 50 kg?

Let W = kilograms of water, M = person's mass. The direct variation: W = k × M.

Find k: 60 = k × 90 ⇒ k = 60 / 90 = 2/3.

Now, for M = 50 kg, W = (2/3) × 50 = 100/3 ≈ 33.33 kg.

Answer: Approximately 33.33 kilograms of water.

7) The stopping distance d varies directly as the square of the rate r. At 40 mph, stop distance is 80 feet. How long does it take to stop at 80 mph?

Set up proportionality: d = k × r².

Find k: 80 = k × (40)² ⇒ 80 = k × 1600 ⇒ k = 80 / 1600 = 1/20.

Calculate for r = 80 mph: d = (1/20) × (80)² = (1/20) × 6400 = 320 feet.

Answer: The car will stop in 320 feet at 80 mph.

8) There are 435 members of Congress, with 57 more Republicans than Democrats. How many are Democrats and Republicans?

Let D = Democrats, R = Republicans.

R = D + 57, and D + R = 435.

Substitute R: D + (D + 57) = 435 ⇒ 2D + 57 = 435 ⇒ 2D = 378 ⇒ D = 189.

Find R: R = 189 + 57 = 246.

Answer: Democrats = 189, Republicans = 246.

9) Janet bikes at 24 mph starting at 6:30 am, and Bob leaves 2 hours later at 40 mph. When does Bob catch Janet?

Let t = hours after 6:30 am when Bob catches Janet.

Janet's distance: D₁ = 24t.

Bob starts at t = 2 hours after, so his time is (t - 2): D₂ = 40(t - 2).

Set D₁ = D₂: 24t = 40(t - 2)

Expand: 24t = 40t - 80

Bring variables to one side: 40t - 24t = 80 ⇒ 16t = 80 ⇒ t = 5 hours.

Bob catches Janet 5 hours after 6:30 am: 6:30 am + 5 hours = 11:30 am.

Answer: At 11:30 am.

10) Becky invests $80,000 at 7.15% interest compounded quarterly for 18 years. Will she reach $250,000?

Use the compound interest formula: A = P(1 + r/n)^{nt}

P = 80,000; r = 0.0715; n = 4; t = 18.

Calculate: A = 80,000(1 + 0.0715/4)^{4×18}

Find interest rate per quarter: 0.0715 / 4 = 0.017875

Number of periods: 4 × 18 = 72

Calculate: A = 80,000(1 + 0.017875)^{72} = 80,000(1.017875)^{72}

Using calculator: (1.017875)^{72} ≈ 3.529 (approximate)

A ≈ 80,000 × 3.529 ≈ 282,320

Since $282,320 > $250,000, she will reach her goal.

Answer: Yes, Becky will reach her goal in 18 years.

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