Question

Randall bought a notebook for $8 and 6 highlighters. He spent a total of $20.how much did each highlighter cost

Answer 1

The total amount Randall spent was $20.
He bought a notebook for $8.
So he has $12 dollars left.
Then he buys 6 highlighters.
Divide 12 by 6.
Each highlighter is $2.

Answer 2

First you subtract the $8 from the $20 so you have $12 that you bough 6 highlighters with. Then you do the math and each highlighter cost $2