Question

Jillian bought 3 pounds of apples for $3.09 per pound. she then bought 6 pounds of peanuts for $0.87 per pound. How much did Jillian spend all together?

Answer 1

Answer:

Jillian spent $14.49 altogether.

Step-by-step explanation:

Let a = pounds of apples, p = pounds of peanuts, and t = total cost

t = 3.09a + 0.87p

t = 3.09(3) + 0.87(6)

t = 9.27 + 5.22

t = 14.49