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3. Tim had 253 dollars to spend on 7 books. After

buying them he had 15 dollars. How much did each book cost?

User David Rissato Cruz
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Answer: Each book cost $34.

Explanation:

First subtract 253-15.

253-15=238.

Then divide 238/7.

238/7=34

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User Nonsensation
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Answer:

each book costs $34

Explanation:

assuming that all the books cost the same,

253-15=238

238/7=34

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