SOLUTION: Julia spent 60 dollars on a book. The cost of the book was 15 dollars less than twice what she spent on a backpack. How much did the backpack cost?

SOLUTION: Julia spent 60 dollars on a book. The cost of the book was 15 dollars less than twice what she spent on a backpack. How much did the backpack cost?

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Question 250030: Julia spent 60 dollars on a book. The cost of the book was 15 dollars less than twice what she spent on a backpack. How much did the backpack cost?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
60=2x-15
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