Question

Irene bought 3 yards of fabric and a spool of thread for $28.10. If the spool of thread cost $1.25, how much did the fabric cost per yard?

Answer 1

$8.95 per yard

Explanation:

$28.10 - $1.25 = $26.85 which was the total cost of the material, then divide

$26.85 / 3 = $8.95 which is the cost per yard.

Answer 2

$8.95

Explanation:

1) subtract 1.25 from 28.10.

2) divide that number by three.