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0580/13 Oct/Nov 2023, Question 18: Constructing Equations

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 13 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Write an expression, in dollars, for the combined cost of x chocolate bars at $3 each and y sweet bags at $5 each.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1x bars at $3 cost 3x, y bags at $5 cost 5y
  2. 2Total cost = 3x + 5y

Answer3x + 5y

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