You buy one shirt for $22 and two pairs of shorts. Your total cost is $56. Assuming both pairs of shorts cost the same amount, what is the price of one pair of shorts?

What is the correct equation and solution for this problem?

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You buy one shirt for $22 and two pairs of shorts. Your total cost is $56. Assuming both pairs of shorts cost the same amount, what is the price of one pair of shorts?

What is the correct equation and solution for this problem?

igreen · Answer

The equation is going to be: 2x + 22 = 56.

Subtract 22 to both sides:

2x = 34

Divide 2 to both sides:

x = 17

So the 2 pairs of pants cost $17 each.

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anonymous · Answer

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