Question

Jasmine went shopping for her birthday. She bought a few books and markers. She bought a total of 12 items. Each book was $9 and each marker was $4. She spent a total of $68. How many books did she buy?

Answer 1

Answer:

She bought 4 books.

Step-by-step explanation:

9 times 4 is equal to 36. 12 minus 4 equals 8. 8 times 4 equals 32. $36 plus $32 equals $68.