Question

Joshua wants to buy a flat-screen TV that costs $625. He saves $62.50 each week to buy the TV. In how many weeks will he have enough money to make his purchase?

A. 8
B. 9
C. 10
D. 11

Answer 1

C. 10 weeks

Explanation:

Joshua wants to buy a flat-screen TV that costs $625. He saves $62.50 each week to buy the TV. In how many weeks will he have enough money to make his purchase?

A. 8

B. 9

C. 10

D. 11

cost of television divided by weekly savings = number of weeks

625 : 62.50 = 10 weeks