Math Problem Statement
Abby bought three mangoes and two oranges for $385.65 altogether a mango cost three times as much as an orange find the cost of one mango
Solution
Let the cost of one orange be . Since the cost of one mango is three times that of an orange, the cost of one mango will be .
Abby bought three mangoes and two oranges, so the total cost is:
This simplifies to:
Now, solve for :
So, the cost of one orange is . Since the cost of a mango is three times that of an orange, the cost of one mango is:
Thus, the cost of one mango is $105.18.
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions you could explore:
- How much did Abby spend on the oranges alone?
- How much did Abby spend on the mangoes alone?
- What would be the total cost if she bought five mangoes and four oranges?
- If the price of an orange increased by 10%, what would be the new cost of a mango?
- If Abby had only $500, how many mangoes could she buy?
Tip: When setting up a problem involving proportions, always express all unknowns in terms of a single variable to simplify the solution process.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Algebra
Formulas
Total cost formula: 3(3x) + 2x = Total
Solving linear equations
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8