Wendy bought some French books at $11 each. She also bought an equal number of Literature books at a different price. The average price of one French and one Literature book was $7. Wendy paid $88 more for the French books than the Literature books.
- What was the cost of one Literature book?
- How many French books did Wendy buy?
|
French |
Literature |
More |
Number |
1 u |
1 u |
|
Value |
$11 |
$3 |
|
Total value |
11 u |
3 u |
$88 |
(a)
Price of one Literature book
= 2 x 7 - 11
= 14 - 11
= $3
Amount that Wendy paid more for French books than Literature books
= 11 u - 3 u
= 8 u
8 u = 88
1 u = 88 ÷ 8 = 11
Number of French books that Wendy bought
= 1 u
= 11
Answer(s): (a) $3; (b) 11