2
algebraA bakery sells cookies () for $2 and muffins () for $3. They made $60 total. Which equation models this?
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. Standard form for combinations.
- Revenue from cookies: .
- Revenue from muffins: .
- Total: Sum must equal 60.
- Equation: .
💡 Strategic Tip: When you have two rates contributing to a fixed total, use Standard Form .
Choice B is incorrect because it swaps the prices. Choice C is incorrect because it's slope-intercept form (implies rate of change). Choice D is incorrect because it ignores prices.