Question

Oranges cost $0.50 each, and apples cost $1.00 each.
Select all the combinations of oranges and apples that Alex could buy for exactly $3.50.
2 oranges and 2 apples
3 oranges and 2 apples
1 orange and 2 apples
1 orange and 3 apples
5 oranges and 2 apples
5 oranges and 1 apples

Answer 1

1 orange and 3 apples. Since apples cost a $1.00, you add 3 $1.00, which gives you $3.00. Oranges cost $0.50, add $3.00 and $0.50 and you get $3.50

Answer 2

Answer:

5 oranges and 1 apple

Step-by-step explanation:

0.50 times 5 equals 2.50 then and 1 more apple will get you to 3.50.