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General Information
Related Benchmark: MA.8.A.4.1
Reporting Category: Algebra
Type: MC: Multiple Choice
Difficulty: N/A
Question:
The equation below is used to find C, the total charge, in dollars, not including tax, for a purchase of company jackets (j) that have a specific design and color.

C = 20j + 100

Which of the following is the same equation solved for j in terms of C?

Answer Options:
A.  j = 20C - 100
B.  j = 1/20C - 100
C.  j = 20(C-100)
D.  j = 1/20(C - 100)
Answer Key:
D
Item Context:
Social Studies/Consumerism