Question

Lynda has $32.00 to spend at the grocery store on boxes of macaroni and cheese. The cost is $3 per box. In addition, her mom told her to buy some oranges that will cost $5. Which equation will let Lynda know how many total boxes of macaroni and cheese,m, she can buy?
A.32 = 5m + 3
B.32 = 3m + 5
C.32 = 3(m - 2) - 5
D.32 = 3(m - 2) + 5

Answer 1

Answer:

• B. 32 = 3m + 5

Step-by-step explanation:

• Total money to spent = $32
• Cost of macaroni and cheese = $3 per box
• Number of boxes = m
• Cost of oranges = $5

Cost of macaroni and cheeses: 3m

Required equation is:

• 32 = 3m + 5

Correct option is B