Write an equation that represents

Question

Carmen stops by half priced books with $10 to spend on books. Paperback books cost $1 each, and hardcover books cost $2 each. Write an equation that represents this situation. Let p be the number of paperback books and let h be the number of hardback books

Answer 1

Hi Chris,

 

p =number of paperback books  $1 each

h = number of hardback books   $2 each

 

total amount spent = $10, then

 

p*1+h*2 = 10