SOLUTION: If 8 identical books are £24, what is the cost of 5 books?

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Question 901324: If 8 identical books are £24, what is the cost of 5 books?
Answer by Jc0110(165) About Me  (Show Source):
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Step 1: Find the cost for 1 book.
CostForOneBook=24%2F8=3
Therefore, cost for 1 book is £3.

Step 2: Find the cost for 5 books.
CostForFiveBooks=3%2A5=15
Therefore, cost for 5 books is £15.