Question

Beginning in 2000, an orchestra increased its ticket price by a constant amount each year until 2010.

- A ticket cost $48 in 2005
- A ticket cost $55.50 in 2008
How much did a ticket cost in 2000? Express the answer as dollars and cents.

Answer 1

$35.50

Explanation:

55.50-48= 7.5

2008-2005 = 3

7.5 divided by 3 = 2.5 per year

2005-2000 = 5 multipled by 2.5 = 12.5

48-12.5=35.5