Question

Which situation can be modeled by the equation 45−2.50x=11.50?

A stock with an original value of $45.00 decreases by $2.50 each week. After how many weeks, x, is the stock worth $11.50?


Cassie deposits $45.00 into a savings account with an annual interest rate of 2.50%. After how many years, x, will Cassie have $11.50 in interest?


The cost to pick apples is $2.50 plus $11.50 per pound of apples picked. How many pounds of apples, x, can be picked for $45.00?


Adam has $2.50 in his bank account. He deposits $11.50 into the account each month. After how many months, x, will Adam have $45.00?

Answer 1

I think either A or D. not sure tho. sry!

Answer 2

“A” because it said decrease which is subtraction and when it said $2.50 each week they meant 2.50x.