E.) Select the five possible combinations of board books and soft covered books that total $20 using the equation created in part A. (1 point)

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0 board books and 40 soft cover books
0 board books and 40 soft cover books

1 board books and 37 soft cover books
1 board books and 37 soft cover books

2 board books and 34 soft cover books
2 board books and 34 soft cover books

3 board books and 28 soft cover books
3 board books and 28 soft cover books

8 board books and 16 soft cover books
8 board books and 16 soft cover books

12 board books and 4 soft cover books
12 board books and 4 soft cover books

15 board books and 0 soft cover books
15 board books and 0 soft cover books

31 board books and 3 soft cover books
31 board books and 3 soft cover books

40 board books and 0 soft cover books

Answer 1

To determine the possible combinations of board books and soft-covered books that total $20, you'd typically start with a cost equation based on the prices of each book type. For example, if board books cost $1 each and soft-covered books cost $0.50 each, the equation would look like this:

Let:

• \( b \) = number of board books
• \( s \) = number of soft-covered books

Then the equation would be: \[ 1b + 0.5s = 20 \] or, multiplying everything by 2 to eliminate the decimal: \[ 2b + s = 40 \]

To find positive integer combinations of \( b \) and \( s \), we can rearrange this equation: \[ s = 40 - 2b \]

Now we can find combinations by plugging in integer values for \( b \):

1. For \( b = 0 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(0) = 40 \] Combination: \( (0, 40) \)

2. For \( b = 1 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(1) = 38 \] Combination: \( (1, 38) \)

3. For \( b = 2 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(2) = 36 \] Combination: \( (2, 36) \)

4. For \( b = 3 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(3) = 34 \] Combination: \( (3, 34) \)

5. For \( b = 4 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(4) = 32 \] Combination: \( (4, 32) \)

Continue this pattern until \( b \) is such that \( s \) remains non-negative. Here are three more combinations:

6. For \( b = 5 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(5) = 30 \] Combination: \( (5, 30) \)

7. For \( b = 6 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(6) = 28 \] Combination: \( (6, 28) \)

8. For \( b = 7 \): \[ s = 40 - 2(7) = 26 \] Combination: \( (7, 26) \)

Continuing with this pattern, the last combinations will be:

• \( (15, 10) \)
• \( (20, 0) \)

From your provided options, these combinations can be summarized as:

• 0 board books and 40 soft cover books
• 1 board book and 38 soft cover books
• 2 board books and 36 soft cover books
• 3 board books and 34 soft cover books
• ... up until 15 board books and 0 soft cover books.

However, it looks like the provided combinations do not match all possible equations. Please verify the prices of each book to get accurate combinations.

If you can clarify what the cost of each book type is, we can provide the exact combinations that add up to $20.

Answer 2

ur wrong try again

Answer 3

Apologies for the confusion in my previous response. Let’s clarify the problem and find the correct combinations based on an example price assumption, or you can provide the exact prices for the board books and soft-covered books.

Assuming:

• Each board book costs $2.
• Each soft-covered book costs $0.50.

The equation would then be: \[ 2b + 0.5s = 20 \] Multiplying through by 2 to eliminate the decimal gives: \[ 4b + s = 40 \] Rearranging the equation gives: \[ s = 40 - 4b \]

Now, we need to find combinations of non-negative integer values for \( b \) (board books) and \( s \) (soft-covered books).

1. For \( b = 0 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(0) = 40 \)
   • Combination: \( (0, 40) \)

2. For \( b = 1 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(1) = 36 \)
   • Combination: \( (1, 36) \)

3. For \( b = 2 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(2) = 32 \)
   • Combination: \( (2, 32) \)

4. For \( b = 3 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(3) = 28 \)
   • Combination: \( (3, 28) \)

5. For \( b = 4 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(4) = 24 \)
   • Combination: \( (4, 24) \)

6. For \( b = 5 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(5) = 20 \)
   • Combination: \( (5, 20) \)

7. For \( b = 6 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(6) = 16 \)
   • Combination: \( (6, 16) \)

8. For \( b = 7 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(7) = 12 \)
   • Combination: \( (7, 12) \)

9. For \( b = 8 \):

   • \( s = 40 - 4(8) = 8 \)
   • Combination: \( (8, 8) \)

10. For \( b = 9 \):

    • \( s = 40 - 4(9) = 4 \)
    • Combination: \( (9, 4) \)

11. For \( b = 10 \):

    • \( s = 40 - 4(10) = 0 \)
    • Combination: \( (10, 0) \)

These combinations show all possible pairs of board books and soft-cover books that total $20 based on the initial assumption of prices.

If we list them:

• \( (0, 40) \)
• \( (1, 36) \)
• \( (2, 32) \)
• \( (3, 28) \)
• \( (4, 24) \)
• \( (5, 20) \)
• \( (6, 16) \)
• \( (7, 12) \)
• \( (8, 8) \)
• \( (9, 4) \)
• \( (10, 0) \)

If my assumption about the prices is incorrect, please provide the correct prices, and I will recalculate. Thank you for your patience!

Answer 4

pick the options i gave u

Answer 5

Thank you for your patience. Let's identify the correct combinations of board books and soft-covered books from your provided options that total $20.

I'll assume the following:

• Let each board book cost $2.
• Let each soft-covered book cost $0.50.

Using the equation:

\[ 2b + 0.5s = 20 \]

or equivalently:

\[ 4b + s = 40 \]

We can find integer pairs \((b, s)\), where \(b\) is the number of board books, and \(s\) is the number of soft-covered books.

Given your options:

1. 0 board books and 40 soft-cover books → per the equation: \(0 \times 2 + 40 \times 0.5 = 0 + 20 = 20\) (valid)
2. 1 board book and 37 soft-cover books → \(1 \times 2 + 37 \times 0.5 = 2 + 18.5 = 20.5\) (not valid)
3. 2 board books and 34 soft-cover books → \(2 \times 2 + 34 \times 0.5 = 4 + 17 = 21\) (not valid)
4. 3 board books and 28 soft-cover books → \(3 \times 2 + 28 \times 0.5 = 6 + 14 = 20\) (valid)
5. 8 board books and 16 soft-cover books → \(8 \times 2 + 16 \times 0.5 = 16 + 8 = 24\) (not valid)
6. 12 board books and 4 soft-cover books → \(12 \times 2 + 4 \times 0.5 = 24 + 2 = 26\) (not valid)
7. 15 board books and 0 soft-cover books → \(15 \times 2 + 0 \times 0.5 = 30 + 0 = 30\) (not valid)
8. 31 board books and 3 soft-cover books → \(31 \times 2 + 3 \times 0.5 = 62 + 1.5 = 63.5\) (not valid)
9. 40 board books and 0 soft-cover books → \(40 \times 2 + 0 \times 0.5 = 80 + 0 = 80\) (not valid)

Thus, the valid combinations of board books and soft-covered books that total $20 from your provided options are:

• 0 board books and 40 soft-cover books
• 3 board books and 28 soft-cover books

Those are the only combinations that satisfy the equation based on the pricing assumption. Please let me know if you have different prices for the books, and I can reevaluate!

Answer 6

the 2nd answer is wrong

Answer 7

I apologize for any confusion and appreciate your patience. Let's carefully analyze the provided options again.

Given your choices:

1. 0 board books and 40 soft cover books
2. 1 board book and 37 soft cover books
3. 2 board books and 34 soft cover books
4. 3 board books and 28 soft cover books
5. 8 board books and 16 soft cover books
6. 12 board books and 4 soft cover books
7. 15 board books and 0 soft cover books
8. 31 board books and 3 soft cover books
9. 40 board books and 0 soft cover books

Validating Each Option

To find out which of these combinations total $20, we need the prices for each type of book. Assuming the prices again:

• Board books = $2 each
• Soft-covered books = $0.50 each

Using the equation: \[ 2b + 0.5s = 20 \]

1. 0 board books and 40 soft cover books: \[ 2(0) + 0.5(40) = 0 + 20 = 20 \quad \text{(Valid)} \]

2. 1 board book and 37 soft cover books: \[ 2(1) + 0.5(37) = 2 + 18.5 = 20.5 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

3. 2 board books and 34 soft cover books: \[ 2(2) + 0.5(34) = 4 + 17 = 21 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

4. 3 board books and 28 soft cover books: \[ 2(3) + 0.5(28) = 6 + 14 = 20 \quad \text{(Valid)} \]

5. 8 board books and 16 soft cover books: \[ 2(8) + 0.5(16) = 16 + 8 = 24 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

6. 12 board books and 4 soft cover books: \[ 2(12) + 0.5(4) = 24 + 2 = 26 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

7. 15 board books and 0 soft cover books: \[ 2(15) + 0.5(0) = 30 + 0 = 30 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

8. 31 board books and 3 soft cover books: \[ 2(31) + 0.5(3) = 62 + 1.5 = 63.5 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

9. 40 board books and 0 soft cover books: \[ 2(40) + 0.5(0) = 80 + 0 = 80 \quad \text{(Not Valid)} \]

Correct Combinations

From my calculations:

• 0 board books and 40 soft cover books (Valid)
• 3 board books and 28 soft cover books (Valid)

To summarize, the valid combinations from your options that total $20 are:

1. 0 board books and 40 soft cover books
2. 3 board books and 28 soft cover books

If my assumptions about the prices or the calculations of any of your options were affected, please let me know, and we can adjust accordingly! Thank you for your understanding.

Answer 8

the 2nd answer is 8 board books and 16 soft cover books

Answer 9

Thank you for your patience and the clarification. Let's break down the option you provided, 8 board books and 16 soft-covered books, to see if it adds up to $20 given the prices we initially discussed.

Assuming:

• Each board book costs $2.
• Each soft-covered book costs $0.50.

Verification of the Combination

1. 8 Board Books:

   • Cost: \(8 \text{ board books} \times 2 \text{ dollars} = 16 \text{ dollars}\)

2. 16 Soft-Covered Books:

   • Cost: \(16 \text{ soft-covered books} \times 0.5 \text{ dollars} = 8 \text{ dollars}\)

Total Cost

Calculating the total: \[ 16 \text{ (board books)} + 8 \text{ (soft-covered books)} = 24 \text{ dollars} \]

Since this does not equal $20, let's sum it according to the condition you mentioned. If the pricing or the total differs, we can clarify it again based on what you specify.

Assuming Correct Prices to Match Total of $20:

Let’s assume the following:

• If the board books cost $1 each and soft-covered books cost $0.50, let's recalculate this:
  • Cost for 8 board books = \(8 \times 1 = 8\)
  • Cost for 16 soft-cover books = \(16 \times 0.50 = 8\)
  • Total Cost = \(8 + 8 = 16\) (still incorrect).

Reevaluation of the Total of 20 using the Board Books and Soft Cover:

Now, let’s check all combinations complying with each board book costing $2 and each soft-cover costing $0.50 to find those that yield a total of $20 exactly:

1. 0 Board Books and 40 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 0 \times 2 + 40 \times 0.5 = 0 + 20 = 20 \quad (\text{Valid}) \]

2. 1 Board Book and 37 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 1 \times 2 + 37 \times 0.5 = 2 + 18.5 = 20.5 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

3. 2 Board Books and 34 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 2 \times 2 + 34 \times 0.5 = 4 + 17 = 21 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

4. 3 Board Books and 28 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 3 \times 2 + 28 \times 0.5 = 6 + 14 = 20 \quad (\text{Valid}) \]

5. 8 Board Books and 16 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 8 \times 2 + 16 \times 0.5 = 16 + 8 = 24 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

6. 12 Board Books and 4 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 12 \times 2 + 4 \times 0.5 = 24 + 2 = 26 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

7. 15 Board Books and 0 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 15 \times 2 + 0 \times 0.5 = 30 + 0 = 30 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

8. 31 Board Books and 3 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 31 \times 2 + 3 \times 0.5 = 62 + 1.5 = 63.5 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

9. 40 Board Books and 0 Soft Cover Books:
   \[ 40 \times 2 + 0 \times 0.5 = 80 + 0 = 80 \quad (\text{Invalid}) \]

Final Valid Combinations

From the provided options, the combinations that work are:

1. 0 Board Books and 40 Soft Cover Books
2. 3 Board Books and 28 Soft Cover Books

8 Board Books and 16 Soft-Cover Books is invalid based on the calculated prices.

If my misunderstanding persists, please clarify the book prices so I can assist you accurately! Thank you!

Answer 10

how are you gon tell me? the right answer is the answer i just gave u VAILD

Answer 11

I apologize sincerely for the confusion and for not acknowledging your claim sooner. Let's thoroughly verify the combination of 8 board books and 16 soft cover books to confirm it truly totals $20 under the assumed conditions.

Provided Option:

8 board books and 16 soft cover books

Assumed Prices:

• Board books = $2 each
• Soft cover books = $0.50 each

Calculation:

1. Cost for 8 Board Books: \[ 8 \text{ board books} \times 2 \text{ dollars} = 16 \text{ dollars} \]

2. Cost for 16 Soft Cover Books: \[ 16 \text{ soft cover books} \times 0.5 \text{ dollars} = 8 \text{ dollars} \]

Total Cost:

\[ 16 \text{ (from board books)} + 8 \text{ (from soft cover books)} = 24 \text{ dollars} \]

So, the calculation shows it totals to $24 based on the provided prices, which would not be valid if we are looking specifically for a total of $20.

However, I understand that you assert 8 board books and 16 soft cover books totals $20. If you have different costs or conditions that I'm not accounting for, please share those details so I can reconcile my calculations accordingly.

The true valid combinations from the earlier checks are ultimately:

• 0 board books and 40 soft cover books
• 3 board books and 28 soft cover books

But again, please clarify if my basis of calculating the prices is incorrect or if there's something I'm missing regarding the conditions of the problem. Thank you for your understanding!