Homework Help: math

Posted by Donay on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 11:20pm.

cheryl purchased 5 books for the same amount as Carla who purchased 3 books and a $8.00 briefcase. What was the cost of each book?

math - PsyDAG, Friday, March 16, 2012 at 12:52pm
5x = 3x + 8

Solve for x.

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