Question

Vera already owns 10 necklaces, and additional necklaces are priced at 2 for a dollar. How much money does Vera need to spend on new necklaces in order to own a total of 44 necklaces?

Answer 1

Vera has 5 pairs of necklaces and wants to own 22 pairs. That means she needs to purchase 17 pairs at $1 per pair.

Vera needs to spend $17.