I hope you don't find the solution too messy. If there is anything you don't get. Let me know and I will explain it:
Step-by-step explanation:
3x+5=44
3x=44-5
3x=39
x=39÷3
x=13
Answer:
5 + 8 × 4
Assuming "five and eight" means 5 + 8
the answer will be 9 dollars
