SOLUTION: Ashley bought some books for $3 each and received a discount of $6 off of her total purchase. She spent $45 after the discount. How many books did she buy?

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Question 1057722: Ashley bought some books for $3 each and received a discount of $6 off of her total purchase. She spent $45 after the discount. How many books did she buy?
Answer by addingup(3677) About Me  (Show Source):
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She spent45+6 = 51 and 51/3 = 17 books