Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

Shakeya bought 5 paperback books at \$7.95 each and 8 audiotapes at \$10.25 each. What was the total cost for these books and tapes?

  1. $39.75
  2. $82
  3. $120.75
  4. $121.75
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The cost of books is 5 * $7.95 = $39.75. The cost of tapes is 8 * $10.25 = $82.00. Adding these together ($39.75 + $82.00) gives a total of $121.75. Option 347818 is slightly off due to a calculation error.