In the 2000 Summer Olympics Russia earned twice as many gold medals as Australia. Italy earned three less than Australia. They earned 61 gold medals in total. a. Circle the equation that represents the correct equation (1pt): i) x + 2x + 2x − 3 = 61 ii) x + 2x − 3 = 61 iii) x + 2x + x − 3 = 61 b. Solve the chosen equation. How many gold medals did Italy earn?
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