Question

At the local pet store, zebra fish cost $1.85 each and neon tetras cost $2.10 each. If Yumi bought 11 fish for a total cost of $21.60, not including tax, how many of each type of fish did she buy?
A 7 zebra fish, 4 neon tetras
B 4 zebra fish, 7 neon tetras
C 6 zebra fish, 5 neon tetras
D 5 zebra fish, 6 neon tetras

Answer 1

Answer: C. 6 zebra fish, 5 neon tetras. Is $21.60

Step-by-step explanation:

1.85 • 6 = 11.10

2.10 • 5 = 10.50

11.10 + 10.50 = 21.60

$21.60