Question

Juanita is saving to buy a purse that costs $40. She already has $12 and will save $3.50 per week until she has enough money to buy the purse. At this rate how long will it take for Juanita to save at least $40?

Answer 1

Juanita will take 8 weeks to save at least $40.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine how long it will take for Juanita to save at least $40, we can use algebra.

1. Let x represent the number of weeks it will take Juanita to save enough money to buy the purse.
2. We can set up the equation: 12 + 3.50x = 40
3. Next, we can solve for x. Subtract 12 from both sides of the equation: 3.50x = 28. Then, divide both sides by 3.50: x = 8.

Therefore, it will take Juanita 8 weeks to save at least $40.