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Math - how much do 1 1/2 bricks weigh?

If a brick weighs 1 lb. + 1/2 brick, how much does 1 1/2 bricks weigh?

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3 lbs
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1+1/2x=x x=2 1.5*2=3

Len = the winner!
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1+1/2x=x x=2 1.5*2=3

Len = the winner!
Nope. So far, no cigar.
Oops. Yup.
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x = 1 + (1/2)x
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We first have to know if the two bricks are identical.
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So how is it not three? The formula proves the brick at 2lbs, yes?
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We first have to know if the two bricks are identical.
Yup, they are - Lenndaddy's right.
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Except Terry knows how to use the Delete feature! So now my post makes no sense.
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A brink is two halves, at 1 lb each, total is 3
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I solved for 2 different weight bricks. 2 variables. I tend to over think things.
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And the answer is?
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A brick of what?

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