+307 Brenda, Katherine, and Patrice earned a combined 17 points during their team's game. Brenda earned 4 points and Katherine earned 8 points. Which of the following equations can be used to determine how many points Patrice earned? 4x + 8 =17, 4 + 8 + x = 17, 4 + 8 = 17 + x, or 8x + 4 = 17
+14995 Brenda, Katherine, and Patrice earned a combined 17 points during their team's game. Brenda earned 4 points and Katherine earned 8 points. Which of the following equations can be used to determine how many points Patrice earned?
4x + 8 =17, 4 + 8 + x = 17, 4 + 8 = 17 + x, or 8x + 4 = 17
\( 4 + 8 + x = 17\\x=17-8-4\\x=5\)
Patrice earned 5 points.
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