Middle School

Amy and Ebony are shopping. Amy has $83. Together, Amy and Ebony have less than $182. If \( x \) represents the amount of money Ebony has, which of the following inequalities represents this information?

A. \( 83 + x > 182 \)

B. \( 83 + x < 182 \)

C. \( 182 + x < 83 \)

D. \( x - 83 < 182 \)

Answer :

Well, if Amy has $82, you have to subtract 82 from the total. Therefor, the correct answer is B.
Answer: B) 83 + x < $182


Explanation:

Amy = $83
Ebony = x

Amy and Ebony < $182

======> $83 + x < $182

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