Register
Andrea spent a total of $43.87 on new clothes. She brought: 1 pair of sandals for $8, 2 t-shirts for $9.49 each, and 1 pair of jeans. The tax on the purchase was $2.87. How much did Andrea pay for the
155k views
3 votes
Andrea spent a total of $43.87 on new clothes. She brought: 1 pair of sandals for $8, 2 t-shirts for $9.49 each, and 1 pair of jeans. The tax on the purchase was $2.87. How much did Andrea pay for the pair of jeans?

$14.02
$16.89
$23.51
$26.38

User Fritz Lim
by
8.0k points

1 Answer

3 votes
Answer: Andrea spent $14.02 on her jeans
Explanation: This problem can be modeled by the expression: 8+2(9.49)+x+2.87=43.87
In this expression “x” is the cost of the jeans.
First off, add the known variables 8+2(9.49)+2.87
It totals $29.85
Then subtract 29.85 from 43.87 to get an answer or $ 14.02
User Miqbal
by
6.9k points
Ask a Question
Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

8.6m questions

11.2m answers

Other Questions

How do you can you solve this problem 37 + y = 87; y =
What is .725 as a fraction
How do you estimate of 4 5/8 X 1/3
A bathtub is being filled with water. After 3 minutes 4/5 of the tub is full. Assuming the rate is constant, how much longer will it take to fill the tub?
A dealer sells a certain type of chair and a table for $40. He also sells the same sort of table and a desk for $83 or a chair and a desk for $77. Find the price of a chair, table, and of a desk.
Link Copied!