Question 8
Algebraic ExpressionsFour oranges sell for ₦x and three mangoes sell for ₦y. Olu bought 24 oranges and 12 mangoes. How much did he pay in terms of x and y?
- A.₦(4x + 6y)
- B.₦(6x + 4y)
- C.₦(24x + 12y)
- D.₦(12x + 24y)
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (₦(6x + 4y))
Explanation
24 oranges are 6 lots of 4, costing 6x. 12 mangoes are 4 lots of 3, costing 4y. Total ₦(6x + 4y).