Question

Ashley has a points card for a movie theater.

• She receives 25 rewards points just for signing up.
• She earns 2.5 points for each visit to the movie theater.
• She needs 45 points for a free movie ticket.
How many visits must Ashley make to earn a free movie ticket?

Answer 1

8

Explanation:

25+2.5x=45

subtract 25 from each side

2.5x=20

divide both sides by 2.5

x=8

Answer 2

8

Explanation:

45 points for a free movie - 25 points = 20 remaining points needed

20 / 2.5 = 8

She would need 8 visits to earn a free movie ticket.