Task#3: mystery equation for each situation, determine whether it can be represented by the following equation:

4(x+2)=36

if the situation can be represented by the equation, give the meaning of the variable x in context of tge situation. if the situation cannot be represented by the given equation, write and solve an equation that does represent the situation. be sure to define your variable for each equation.

1. joannes waitressing job gave her a raise of $2 per hour. the first day on her new wage, she worked half of a full workday and made $36 (not including tips)
2. Lorraine took her three bestfriends to a minor league baseball game. in addition to the 4 tickets, she bought a $2 program. she spent $36
3. 2 teams competed in a debate competition. new rules this year increased the team size by 4 people. a total of 36 students
4. George is 4 time as old as his daughter was 2 years ago. George is 36
5. a square has its side length increased by 2 inches. the new area is 36 square inches. ​