- From the fourth equation, the boy icon equals the snowflake icon. Let's call this value 'B'.
- Substitute 'B' for the boy in the second equation: B + B + Snowflake = 12. Since B = Snowflake, this becomes B + B + B = 12, so 3B = 12. Therefore, B = 4.
- So, the boy icon = 4 and the snowflake icon = 4.
- Use the third equation: Snowflake - 3 = Rabbit. Since Snowflake = 4, then 4 - 3 = Rabbit. Therefore, the rabbit icon = 1.
- Use the first equation: Tree + Rabbit + Tree = 19. This is 2*Tree + Rabbit = 19. Since Rabbit = 1, then 2*Tree + 1 = 19. Subtract 1 from both sides: 2*Tree = 18. Divide by 2: Tree = 9.
- Now solve the final equation: Snowflake + Rabbit + Tree = ?.
- Substitute the values: 4 + 1 + 9 = 14.
? = 14
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of holiday math.
