Math Problem Statement
For their homecoming parade, the students of U-Math have created a colorful banner, 35 meters in length, that is made of two pieces of parachute material. The short piece is 17 meters shorter than the long piece. Find the length of each piece
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Formulas
x + (x - 17) = 35
Theorems
Linear equation solving
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8