Math Problem Statement
Tariq has $640 to spend at a bicycle store for some new gear and biking outfits. Assume all prices listed include tax.
He buys a new bicycle for $291.24.
He buys 4 bicycle reflectors for $19.56 each and a pair of bike gloves for $16.52.
He plans to spend some or all of the money he has left to buy new biking outfits for $50.80 each.
Write and solve an inequality which can be used to determine xx, the number of outfits Tariq can purchase while staying within his budget.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Inequalities
Budget Constraints
Linear Equations
Formulas
Total Cost = 291.24 + (19.56 * 4) + 16.52 + (50.80 * x)
Inequality: 50.80x ≤ 254
Theorems
Linear Inequality
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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