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Question 5 • Mathematics III

Brandi is downloading music for her MP3 player. Albums cost 10 dollars each, and singles cost 1 dollars each. She wants to purchase at least 5 singles but wants to spend no more than 25 dollars total. If Brandi purchases x albums and y singles, which of the following is a possible combination of albums and singles that Brandi could purchase and stay within her guidelines?

Answer
A
2 albums and 5 singles
B
10 albums and 2 singles
C
2 albums and 10 singles
D
5 albums and 2 singles

Explanation

Brandi needs at least 5 singles, and the total cost must be no more than $25. Two albums and five singles cost (2 × $10) + (5 × $1) = $25, so this combination meets both guidelines.

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