Question

Translate into Algebra.

Jen had D dollars. She bought a video. Now she has R dollars. How much did she pay for the video?

Answer 1

Answer: $D - $R

Explanation:

Given the following :

Amount Jen had initially = $D

Amount had after purchasing video = $R

Amount she paid for the video =?

Amount she paid for video = ( Initial amount had before purchasing video - amount had after purchasing video)

Hence,

Amount paid for video = $D - $R