Question

Hugh bought some magazines that cost $3.95 each and some books that cost $8.95 each

Answer 1

3.95(3) + 8.95b = 47.65

11.85 + 8.95b = 47.65

Subtract 11.85 from both sides.

8.95b = 35.8

Divide 8.95 from both sides.

b = 4

Hugh bough 4 books.