Question

Tom saves $5 each month. at this rate, how many months will he need to save $20?

Answer 1

5x = 20...where x = number of months
x = 20/5
x = 4...it would take Tom 4 months to save $20

Answer 2

Amount saved=time times amount saved per month
amount saved=m times 5 dollars

when will amoun saved=20?
5m=20
divide both sides by 5
m=4

answe ris 4 months
A