Question

Steven wants to buy a "$590" bicycle. Steven has no money saved, but will be able to deposit $35 into a savings account when he receives his paycheck each Friday. However, before steven cab buy the bike, he must give his sister $75 that he owes here. For how many weeks will Steven need to eposit money into his savings account before he can pay back his sister and buy the bike?

A. 20 weeks
B. 19 weeks
C. 22 weeks
D. 18 weeks

Answer 1

Explanation:

Step 1: Let Steven deposit $35 into his savings account for x weeks.
After x weeks he will have 35x dollars in his account.

Step 2: Make an equation

35x = 590 + 75

Step 3: Solve the equation

35x = 665

x = 665/35 = 19

Answer: B. 19 weeks