Given that Dan bought a home theater system for $178.99 on the installment plan, and the terms of the contract is such that he will pay $35 in 6 months. The total amount he paid by the end of the term will be: amount=(monthly payment)*(number of months) =35*6 =$210
b] Dan's Finance charge will be given by: (total amount he paid)-(price of home theater) =210-178.99 =$31.01