Question

Rose went to a stationary shop.she purchased 2 packs of red pens,4 packs of black pens,and 3 packs of blue pens.the cost of each pack of pens was $2.50.which expression shows the total amount rose spent on the pens.

Answer 1

each pack costs 2.5, she bought x packs

x=2+4+3=9

she bought 9 packs

so 2.5 times 9=22.50

she spend $22.50

Explanation:

Answer 2

each pack costs 2.5, she bought x packs
x=2+4+3=9
she bought 9 packs

so 2.5 times 9=22.50
she spend $22.50