Question

Molly bought c candy canes. She paid $1.05, including tax, per candy cane. She gave the cashier $10 and received $1.60 in change. How many candy canes did Molly purchase? Please hurry

Answer 1

Number of candy = 8 candy canes.

Explanation:

Cost per candy = $1.05

Amount paid = $10

Change received = $1.60

Total cost = amount paid - change received

Substituting into the equation, we have;

Total cost = 10 - 1.6

Total cost = 8.4

To find the number of candy purchased;

Number of candy = total cost/cost per candy

Number of candy = 8.4/1.05

Number of candy = 8 candy canes.

Therefore, Molly purchased 8 candy canes.