Writing in math

there were 7 birds on the roof.
Some flew away.
Now there is 1 bird left.
How many birds flew away?

Explain how you can solve this problem.

Respuesta :

Answer:

6 birds flew away

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define Variables

Let X be the number of birds that flew away.

Step 2: Write equation

7-x=1

Step 3: Solve for x

-x=1-7

-x=-6

x=6

Step 4: Check

7-(6)=1?

7-6=1?

1=1 ✔

Step 5: Respond in english

6 birds flew away.

Answer: 6 birds flew away.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given : The total number of birds on the roof = 7

Some flew away, the number of birds left on the roof= 1

That means the number of birds flew away will be given by  :-

"Total birds minus Birds left"

=7-1 =6

Therefore, the correct answer is "6 birds flew away."