Question

Ruth has 12 rolls at her bakery. She receives an online order for 60 rolls. Ruth bakes rolls in batches of 24.

Select the equation that represents the given situation and find the number of batches Ruth needs to make to complete the order.
A.
24x + 12 = 60; 2 batches
B.
24x + 12 = 60; 3 batches
C.
12x + 24 = 60; 2 batches
D.
12x + 24 = 60; 3 batches

Answer 1

Start with 12 already made, plus 24 per batch: 24x + 12 = 60.
Solve: 24x = 48 → x = 2.

Answer: A (24x + 12 = 60; 2 batches).