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Question 150140: I need help with this problem im not sure on how to solve this given its story problem setting, any help is appreciated.
If the total cost of x apples is b cents, what is a general formula for the cost, in cents, of y apples?
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
"If the total cost of x apples is b cents"; then each apple costs b/x

so, y apples will cost y*(b/x) or yb/x