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algebra

The equation 2x+3y=602x + 3y = 60 models purchasing xx sodas and yy hot dogs. What does 60 represent?

A

The cost of a soda

B

The total money spent

C

The cost of a hot dog

D

The total number of items

Correct Answer: B

Choice Ahoice B is the correct answer.

  1. Structure: (Price x Qty) + (Price x Qty) = Total Money.
  2. 60: The total budget or amount spent.

Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because 2 is likely the cost of a soda.

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because 3 is likely the cost of a hot dog.

Choice Ahoice D is incorrect becausex+yx+y would be the total items.