Question

Mike packed an equal number of flashlights in each of x gift boxes. The number of compartments in each gift box was 3 more than the number of boxes. The number of flashlights in each compartment of a box was 2 more than the number of compartments in each box. The expression below shows the total number of flashlights that Mike packed in all the boxes:

x(x + 3)(x + 5)

Which expression shows the number of flashlights in each compartment?

x + 3
x + 5
(x + 3)(x + 5)
x(x + 3)(x + 5)
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Answer 1

Last time i picked C and it said wrong

Answer 2

On this problem?

Answer 3

Yes i thought i had it correct

Answer 4

B: number of gift boxes

C: number of compartments per box

F: number of flashlights

We need an expression connecting those according to the requirements of the problem.

Answer 5

so what do i need to do?

Answer 6

I just saw that the total number of flashlights is given and is given in terms of x.

Answer 7

The number of flashlights in each compartment of a box was 2 more than the number of compartments in each box.

Answer 8

So its D?

Answer 9

The number of flashlights per compartment is (2 + x), I think.

Answer 10

thats not an answer choice.

Answer 11

I am not sure.

Answer 12

will you tag ganeshie to help me

Answer 13

B: number of gift boxes -->x

C: number of compartments per box --> 3 + x

F: number of flashlights --> 2 + 3 + x = ?

Answer 14

so its x+5

Answer 15

That is what I get.