Question

A local fair has an entrance fee of $10. Each ride costs $1.25.

a. If Todd has $26.25, write an equation and determine how many rides could he ride
after he pays the entrance fee?
b. Explain the steps in solving the equation by naming the property or properties you used.
c. What mathematical symbol represents the word “is”?
d. What is the first step in solving this problem?
(Please answer as quick as YOU can!)

Answer 1

Explanation:

A. 26.25<=1.25x+10 because he can spend no more than 26.25

C. The '=' sign

D solve for X. Subtract 10 from both sides. Then divide both sides by 1.25.