Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
I think this a linear function. The graph has a constant flow of going up. In other words, it is linear.
X = mary's shells
g = 1 1/4x + 5
n = 1 1/2x+ 1
g = n
1 1/4x + 5 = 1 1/2x + 1
5/4x + 5 = 3/2x + 1...multiply by common denominator of 4, this will get rid of fractions...however, this is optional...u can work with fractions if u wish.
5x + 20 = 6x + 4
5x - 6x = 4 - 20
-x = - 16
x = 16....so Mary has 16 shells
The first discounted price is given through the equation,
discounted price = ($3.45)(1 - 0.20) = $2.76
Then, due to the privilege of being a Coles-Myer discount card holder, another 7.5% discount is given. Such that the final price would be,
final price = ($2.76)(1 - 0.075) = $2.553
The total amount saved up is equal to,
$3.45 - $2.553 = $0.897
