Calculating Total Cost of Shorts

The video tutorial explains how to determine the price of one pair of shorts when Leis buys three pairs for a total of 72. It involves setting up an equation, using inverse operations to solve for the price of one pair, and verifying the solution to ensure accuracy. The correct price is found to be 24.

What is the total amount Leis paid for the shorts?

• $24

• $48

• $96

• $72

How many pairs of shorts did Leis buy?

• 1 pair

• 4 pairs

• 2 pairs

• 3 pairs

Which equation represents the total cost of the shorts?

• p = 72

• 3p = 72

• p + 3 = 72

• 3 + p = 72

What operation is used to find the price of one pair of shorts?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Subtraction

• Addition

What is the price of one pair of shorts?

• $18

• $12

• $24

• $30