Question

Jane belongs to a book club. She pays a flat fee of $8 to ship any number of books. She is able to purchase

the books for $10 each. Which of the following choices shows the expression that represents
1. Jane's situation and
2. how much it would cost her if she bought 8 books?
a. 10+8b, the cost would be $88.
b. 8+10b, the cost would be $88.
C. 8+10b, the cost would be $74.
d. 10+8b, the cost would be $74.

Answer 1

b.8+10b,the cost would be $88

Explanation:

if she buys 8 books worth $10 each

so 8×10= 80

plus $8 for shipment

so $80 +$8 =$88