Question

Jerry is saving his money. He started with $15.00. If he adds $10.00 to his savings

each month, how much will he have saved after 2.5 months?

Answer 1

$40

Explanation:

use y = mx + b

y = amount saved = ?

m = amount saved per week = $10

x = time (in months) saving = 2.5

b = money jerry started with = $15

plug in:

y = (10)(2.5)+15

y = $40