Math Problem Statement
Question 1 of 2:
Container A and container B are both leaking water. Container A started with 800 L of water, but is leaking at 6 L per minute. Container B started with one thousand liters of water, but is leaking 10 L per minute.
How many minutes will it take for the two containers to have the same amount of water?
Write the equation in the box below.
*Use 'm' as your variable.
*Use the format Container A = Container B
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Algebra
Formulas
800 - 6m = 1000 - 10m
Theorems
Basic Algebraic Equation Solving
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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