Question

Michael spent $18 at a local farmers’ market. Apples cost $2 each and peppers cost $3 each.

Select the equation that represents the scenario.
p = 2a + 3a + 18
2a + 3a = 18p
2p + 3a = 18
2a + 3p = 18

Answer 1

2a+3p=18

Explanation:

Answer 2

2a+3p=18 because you don’t know how many apples or peppers you bought, all you know is how much money in total you spent which is $18