Mike paid $18.00 before taxes for 5 photo albums. His sister wants to buy two of the same type of album. What amount should she expect to pay before taxes?
Answer
A
$3.60
B
$7.20
C
$9.00
D
$13.00
Explanation
Each album costs $18.00 ÷ 5 = $3.60 before taxes. For two albums, the cost is 2 × $3.60 = $7.20. She should expect to pay $7.20 before taxes, choice B.
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