Question

Manuel just bought a new television for $629.00. He made a down payment of $57.00 and will pay monthly payments of $26.00 until it is paid of. How many months will Manuel be paying?

Answer 1

`22` months

Explanation:

Manuel initially owes `$629 - $57=$572` for the television.

Assuming Manuel is not required to pay any interest on what he owes:
`color(white)("XXX")$572 div ($26)/"month"=22" months"`