The equation that can be used to solve for the cost of one glue stick, x, is:
(5 markers * $2.59) + (2 poster boards * $5.59) + (1 glue stick * x) + (3 markers * $2.59) + (3 poster boards * $5.59) + (1 glue stick * x) = $49.57
Simplifying this equation, we get:
(5 * $2.59) + (2 * $5.59) + (x) + (3 * $2.59) + (3 * $5.59) + (x) = $49.57
$12.95 + $11.18 + 2x + $7.77 + $16.77 + 2x = $49.57
2x + 2x + $12.95 + $11.18 + $7.77 + $16.77 = $49.57
4x + $49.67 = $49.57
4x = $49.57 - $49.67
4x = -$0.10
x = -$0.10 / 4
x = -$0.025
It doesn't make sense for the cost of a glue stick to be negative. Therefore, there seems to be a mistake in the problem statement or given information. Please double-check the values and revise the problem if needed.
Lily and Samuel purchase supplies together for a school project. I need to determine how much each person should pay.
Markers cost $2.59 each
Poster boards cost $5.59 each
Glue sticks cost x each
Lily select five markers and two poster boards and a glue stick. Family select three markers and three poster boards and a glue stick. The total for their combined purchase was $49.57. first select the equation that could be used to solve for x the cost of one glue stick. Then select the amount that each person should pay based on the supplies they selected
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