Let's solve this step by step using algebraic reasoning. We have a puzzle with three animals:
- Ladybug (L)
- Bee (B)
- Snail (S)
We are given the following equations:
1.
L + B = S
2.
B + L + S = 10
3.
B - L = 1
4.
Find: L = ?
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Step 1: Use Equation 3
From equation 3:
>
B - L = 1
→ So,
B = L + 1 ...(Equation A)
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Step 2: Use Equation 1
>
L + B = S
Substitute
B = L + 1 into this:
> L + (L + 1) = S
→
2L + 1 = S ...(Equation B)
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Step 3: Use Equation 2
>
B + L + S = 10
Substitute B and S from above:
- B = L + 1
- S = 2L + 1
So:
> (L + 1) + L + (2L + 1) = 10
→ L + 1 + L + 2L + 1 = 10
→ 4L + 2 = 10
Now solve:
> 4L = 8
→
L = 2
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Final Answer:
>
Ladybug = 2
✔ Let's verify all equations:
1. L + B = S
→ 2 + (2+1) = 5 → S = 5 ✔️
2. B + L + S = 10
→ 3 + 2 + 5 = 10 ✔️
3. B - L = 1
→ 3 - 2 = 1 ✔️
All check out!
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✔ Answer: Ladybug = 2
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of math riddles worksheet.
