A: cost= 3*55+.35m
B: cost=3*50+.40m
set the costs equal, and solve for m.
-3 2/3 I just changed the mixed number into a improper fraction
If you need further help on how they got the answer, this equation will take more time, but it will also help you understand these types of problems. Part÷Whole=Percent÷100
Part= X because it is what you are trying to find.
Whole=250 because it is what you are taking the percentage of.
Percent=80
Now you have:
X÷250=80÷100
Set this up in fraction form and cross multiply.
You get:
100x=250×80
250×80=20,000
100x=20,000
X=200
