1. Kim's age is three times that of her sister. When you add Kim's age to her sister's age, you get 48. How old is each sister? (a) Write an equation that represents the situation. Explain any variable used. (1 point) (b) Solve the equation from Part (a). Show your work. (4 points)

You just purchased two coins at a price of $670 each. because one of the coins is more collectible, you believe that its value will increase at a rate of 7.1 percent per year, while you believe the second coin will only increase at 6.5 percent per year. if you are correct, how much more will the first coin be worth in 15 years?