Rocco wants to test your problem-solving skills. He has chosen a number and divided it by 7. Then he subtracted 190 from the result and got 10. What number did he choose?
Algebra is used in everyday life whether we like it or not. Algebraic formulas and equations are so entrenched in the way we live and do business that it is easy to overlook how impactful they can be. For example, the 24-second clock in pro basketball was created using an algebraic equation to ensure optimum efficiency and fairness after teams would consistently stall when they were in the lead.