Question

Darnel's retirement party cost $33, plus an additional $1 for each guest he invites. What is the maximum number of guests there can be if darnel can afford to spend a total of $42 on his retirement party?

Answer 1

Answer: the maximum number of guests that he can invite would be 9

Explanation:

Darnel's retirement party cost $33, plus an additional $1 for each guest he invites. Assuming Darnel wants to invite x guests to his retirement party, the total amount of money that Darnel would spend is

33 + x

if darnel can afford to spend a total of $42 on his retirement party, then

42 = 33 + x

x = 42 - 33 = 9