Julie goes to the sports store and spends $40.50 before tax. She buys a pair of shorts for $21.75 and 3 pairs of socks that each cost the same amount. How much does each pair of socks cost?

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Answer:

$6.25

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Variables

Let's the variable for socks will be s

2. Set up an equation

21.75 + 3s = 40.50

3. Subtract 21.75 from both sides

3s = 18.75

4. Divide 3 from both sides

s = $6.25