The variable p represents number of presents. If it takes 10 feet of ribbon to make 1 bow on a present and 3 feet is used to practice trying the bow, the expression 10p + 3 can be used. If there are 7 presents, how much ribbon is needed? Ribbon is sold in 15 feet packages. How many do you need to buy?

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The number of ribbons needed is 73The number of ribbons to buy is 109. 5 What is a function?A function can be described as an expression or rule that explains the relationship between two main variables in an equation.These variables are called;Independent variableDependent variableWe have the expression;N = 10p + 3Where 'p' represents the number of presents N is the number of ribbons Now, let's substitute the value of p as 7N = 10(7) + 3N = 70 + 3N = 73 ribbonsIf 10 feet = 73 packages15 feet = xcross multiplyx = 73(15)/10x = 109. 5 ribbonsHence, the value is 73Learn more about functions here:https://brainly.com/question/25638609#SPJ1