For this case, the first thing we must do is define the variable x.
We have then, that according to the statement of the problem:
x = Weight of firefighter in pounds.
We now write the equation that fits the problem.
We have the following information:
"a firefighter uses equipment that weighs 60 pounds." The firefighter weighs x pounds "
Thus:
t = x + 60
Answer:
An equation that can be used to find the total weight of both the fighter and his equipment is:
t = x + 60
