Answer:
B
Step-by-step explanation:
For the order of operation use PEMDAS
Parenthesis
Exponent
Multiplication
Division
Addition
Subtraction
For memorizing the order you could say
Please
Excuse
My
Dear
Aunt
Sally
3 periods, 20 minutes each
20 * 3 = 60 minutes
12 minutes per period
12 * 3 = 36
So the ratio is 36:60, or simplified: 3:5
In the equation, x represents the number of balloons. We say that 25 cents per balloon becomes 0.25x.
Jimmy also purchased a chocolate cake. This is the PLUS sign in the equation.
The total for everything purchased is $35.
Balloons x at 25 cents each = 0.25x plus a chocolate cake for $10 together equals $35.