Math Problem Statement
Say Adam sleeps 9 hours a day leaving him 15 hours each day to spend on either work or leisure, if the price of ice cream is $2, Adam's wage is 12$/hour, and his wealth is $10, what is the maximum amount of hours Adam can spend on leisure if he chooses to buy 17 cups of ice cream ?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Basic Arithmetic
Budgeting
Linear Equations
Formulas
Total cost of ice cream = Number of cups × Price per cup
Money needed = Total cost - Current wealth
Hours needed to work = Money needed / Wage per hour
Hours available for leisure = Total hours available - Hours worked
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-7
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