Question

On a class test, Lesley scored 4.5 points more than her friend Cathy. Lesley scored 81.5 points. Cathy's score, x, can be found using the equation below.
The solution to the equation was calculated to be x = 36. Is this solution reasonable?

A.
Yes, it is reasonable because Lesley scored 4.5 points more than Cathy. Cathy scored more than 81.5 points.
B.
No, it is not reasonable because Lesley scored 4.5 points less than Cathy. Cathy scored less than 81.5 points, not more.
C.
Yes, it is reasonable because Lesley scored 4.5 points more than Cathy. Cathy scored 86 points.
D.
No, it is not reasonable because Lesley scored 4.5 points more than Cathy. Cathy scored less than 81.5 points, not more.

Answer 1

Answer: B

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