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4MA1/2F Jun 2024, Question 7: Constructing Equations

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics A 4MA1 · Paper 2F (Foundation) · Calculator · 4 marks

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The question, in short

Two jugs hold 350 millilitres each and five bottles hold y millilitres each; combined they give 2.8 litres. Find the value of y.

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Solution · 4 marks

  1. 12.8 litres = 2800 ml.
  2. 2Milk from the jugs: 2 × 350 = 700 ml.
  3. 3Milk in the 5 bottles: 2800 − 700 = 2100 ml.
  4. 4y = 2100 ÷ 5 = 420

Answer420

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