Question

Which problem can be solved using the equation shown?

2 dollars and 50 cents x minus 2 dollars = 10 dollars and 50 cents
A. Will bought several books that cost $2.50 each and received a $2.00 discount on his total bill. If he paid $10.50, how many books did he buy?
B. Will bought several books that cost $2.00 each and received a $2.00 discount on his total bill. If he paid $10.50, how many books did he buy?
C. Will bought several books that cost $10.50 each and received a $2.00 discount on his total bill. If he paid $2.50, how many books did he buy?
D. Will bought several books that cost $10.50 each and received a $2.50 discount on his total bill. If he paid $2.50, how many books did he buy?

Answer 1

A. Will bought several books that cost $2.50 each and received a $2.00 discount on his total bill. If he paid $10.50, how many books did he buy?