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Daniel goes to an amusement park. He spent $31.75 on the admission free and $9.25. on parking he also spent $5.50 on snacks at the park. If a ticket for a ride costs $5.50. what were the maximum number of rides he could take if he had $79.50. in his pocket?

A. 5 rides

B.6 rides

C. 8 rides

D. 14 rides

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Answer: B. 6 rides

Explanation:

To find this out, deduct all the expenses mentioned from the amount Daniel came to the park with.

= 79.5 - 31.75 - 9.25 - 5.50

= $33.00

Daniel has $33.00 to spend on rides.

If each ride costs $5.50, the number of rides he can go on is:

= 33 / 5.5

= 6 rides

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