SSAT Math Question 89: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 89

3. If 10 books cost d dollars, how many books can be purchased for 4 dollars?

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  • B. 40d
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  • D. 34032.png

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

The correct answer is (D). Set up a ratio for this problem and solve:

Let x represent the number of books purchased with 4 dollars.

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10 × 4 = d × x (using cross-multiplication)

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