Question

Tim had 85$ to spend on 6 books. After buying them he had 13$. How much did each book cost. Write using two step equations

Answer 1

12$ each

Explanation:

Tim had 85$ to spend on 6 books.

After buying them he had 13$.

• 85$ - 13$ = 72$

How much did each book cost.

• 72$ / 6books = 12$ each book

Answer 2

he spent 12 dollars on each book

Explanation:

minus 13 from 85 you get 72 and then divide 72 by 6