Question

I hate Algebra

Customers can pick their own apples at Wells Orchards. They pay $6 to enter the orchard and $2 per pound for the apples they pick. Write an equation to model the total cost, y, for x pounds of apples.

A. y = 6x + 2
B. y = 2(x + 6)
C. y = x(6 + 2)
D. y = 2x + 6

Answer 1

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Given information
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Entrance fee = $6
One pound of apples = $2

x = total pounds of apple bought
y = Total cost

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Set up the equation
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y = 2x + 6

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Answer: y = 2x + 6 (Answer D)
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