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Jackie is planning a party. She has a budget of $5000 to

spend on the party. Food costs $70 per person. The party
hall, where the party will take place, charges $1500 to rent
out. What is the most people she can invite to the party?

User JFerro
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2 Answers

5 votes

Answer:

50 people.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. 5000-1500=3500

2.3500/70=50

Answer 50 people.

User Piotr Krysiak
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12 votes

Answer:

5,000 - 1,500 = 3,500

3,500 divided by 70 = 500

500 people can be invited