To find the greatest number of toppings S can afford.
Answer to Problem 5.13EP
S can afford maximum of 4 toppings.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
S orders 3 large pizzas
Cost of each pizza is $12
Cost of each topping is $0.50
Sam has $38 to spend
Calculation:
Let x be number of toppings S can afford
Cost of one topping=0.50
Cost of x toppings=0. 50x Cost of one pizza =12
Cost of three pizza=36
Total money=38
Inequality
Using subtraction property
Substract 36 from both sides of inequality
On solving.
Dividing by 0.5 both sides of inequality
On solving.
Solution set:
The graph of inequality on number line is given below
Hence, S can afford maximum of 4 toppings.
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