Math Problem Statement

A class is organizing a going-away party for one of their students. They spend $26.38 on decorations, $78.92 on food, and $34.50 on a gift. If there are 15 students in the class who agreed to split the cost evenly, then how much does each person owe?

A $5.26

B $8.22

C $9.32

D $7.56

Solution

To determine how much each student owes, follow these steps:

  1. Add up the total expenses: 26.38+78.92+34.50=139.8026.38 + 78.92 + 34.50 = 139.80 So, the total cost is $139.80.

  2. Divide the total cost by the number of students: 139.8015=9.32\frac{139.80}{15} = 9.32 So, each student owes $9.32.

The correct answer is C: $9.32.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How would the cost per person change if there were 20 students instead?
  2. If one student contributed an additional $5, how much would the remaining students owe?
  3. What would be the cost per person if the class spent an extra $50 on entertainment?
  4. If two students decided not to contribute, how much would each of the remaining students owe?
  5. How much would each student owe if the total cost was reduced by a 10% discount?

Tip: To split costs evenly, always divide the total amount by the number of contributors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Basic Arithmetic
Division
Addition

Formulas

Total Cost = Sum of Expenses
Cost Per Person = Total Cost / Number of People

Theorems

Division in Arithmetic

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7