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Answer: 2p+1.50=11.50
p = 5.00
Step-by-step explanation:
Note: the tip is calculated on top of the total so this figure is a redherring
2 pancakes plus 1 fruit cup equals total bill
2p + 1.50 = 11.50
2p + 1.50 = 11.50
- 1.50 - 1.50
2p = 10.00
÷2 ÷2
p = 5.00