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Nuthatch asked Oct 25, 2022

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Rayleigh gave the cashier $20 to pay for 3 pairs of socks. The cashier gave her $5.03 in change. Each pair of socks cost the same amount. What is the cost in dollars and cents for each pair of socks?

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$4.99

Explanation:

20 (pay) - 5.03 (change) = 14.97 (per 3 pairs)

14.97 / 3 = 4.99 per each pair

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$4.99 for each pair of socks

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