Question

Jessica rented 1 video game and 3 movies for a total of $11.50.
:The video game cost 4.75 to rent.
:The movies cost the same amount each to rent.
What amount, in dollars did Jessica pay to rent each movie?

Answer 1

1 video game = 4.75
1 movie = x

4.75 + 3x = 11.50
-4.75            -4.75
______________
3x = 6.75
(3x = 6.75) ÷ 3
x = 2.25

Jessica paid $2.25 for each movie she rented.

Answer 2

the answer is 2.25 dollars.

1)11.50 - 4.75 = 6.75
2)6.75 divided by 3 = 2.25

ANSWER: 2.25