Math Problem Statement
Susan has 1/3 as many hair clips as Betty. When Betty gave away 55 of her hair clips to Betty the number of hair clips Susan has is twice the number of hair clips Betty has left. How many hairclips does Betty have at first
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Proportions
Linear Equations
Formulas
S = 1/3 * B
S = 2 * (B - 55)
Theorems
Solving Linear Equations
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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