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on an algebra test, theh ighest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140. Find the highest grade.
on an algebra test, theh ighest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140. Find the highest grade.
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Let x be the highest grade and y be the lowest grade
x - y = 44 -> equation 1 (Difference between highest and lowest grade
x + y = 140 -> equation 2 (sum of two grades)
Adding the above equations,
2x = 184
x = 92
y = 92-44 (from euqation 1)
y = 48
Highest grade = 92
Lowest grade = 48
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