12/3 = x/8
Cross multiply
3x = 96
Eliminate
3x/3 = 96/3
x = 32
Answer:
1. Locate the y-intercept on the graph and plot the point.
2. From this point, use the slope to find a second point and plot it.
3. Draw the line that connects the two points.
It seems most likely that ...
... Samantha will save $37.50 because she must first find the 25% sale price before taking the extra 50% reduction
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In the real world, it seems probable that Samantha will be offered the choice of using the coupon <em>or</em> the sale discount. If she chooses tht 50% coupon, her savings will be $30. If she chooses the marked sale discount, her savings will be $15.
The scenario above assumes she gets 50% off the sale price of $45, so saves $15+22.50 = $37.50 off the original price.
One ton = 2000 lbs
Therefore, 1.5 tons = 3000 lbs
3000-300=2700lbs
