SOLUTION: Mr. Jackson went shopping. He bought an umbrella for $15. He also bought 3 shirts, each of which cost the same amount. Altogether he spent $52.50. Part B: What was the cost of o

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Question 1068867: Mr. Jackson went shopping. He bought an umbrella for $15. He also bought 3 shirts, each of which cost the same amount. Altogether he spent $52.50.
Part B: What was the cost of one shirt?

Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
15%2B3S=52.50
3S=37.50
S=37.50%2F3
Divide to get the answer.