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<math>\textbf{(A) }0\qquad\textbf{(B) }1\qquad\textbf{(C) }2\qquad\textbf{(D) }3\qquad\textbf{(E) }4</math> | <math>\textbf{(A) }0\qquad\textbf{(B) }1\qquad\textbf{(C) }2\qquad\textbf{(D) }3\qquad\textbf{(E) }4</math> | ||
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| + | Given <math>n</math> games, there must be a total of <math>n</math> wins and <math>n</math> losses. Hence, <math>4 + 3 + K = 2 + 3 + 3</math> where <math>K</math> is Kyler's wins. <math>K = 1.</math> | ||
Revision as of 16:08, 22 November 2017
Problem 13
Peter, Emma, and Kyler played chess with each other. Peter won 4 games and lost 2 games. Emma won 3 games and lost 3 games. If Kyler lost 3 games, how many games did he win?
Solution
Given 
games, there must be a total of wins and losses. Hence, 
where 
is Kyler's wins. 
