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Benny had 136 dollars to spend on 6 books. After buying them he had 16 dollars. How much did each book cost ?​

User Viral Shah
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Answer:

$20

Explanation:

1. find cost of all books (total $ - leftover $): $136 - $16 = $120

2. find cost of each book (total cost of all books / number of books): $120 / 6 books = $20 / 1 book

One book costed 20 dollars

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Assuming each book costs the same amount they would each cost $20
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