Thread: Systems With Three Variables

A fish's tail weighs 9 lb. Its head weighs as much as its tail plus half its body. Its body weighs as much as its head and tail. How many pounds does the fish weigh?

Please show work, and explain how to come up with the answer! Thanks in advance!

Originally Posted by Courtx33333

A fish's tail weighs 9 lb. Its head weighs as much as its tail plus half its body. Its body weighs as much as its head and tail. How many pounds does the fish weigh?

Please show work, and explain how to come up with the answer! Thanks in advance!

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