To find our answer we need to set up and solve an equation. Let the total number of guests be represented by g. The cost per guest is $13.50 Therefore the cost for all of the guests will be $13.50 × g.
To find the total cost we need to add the additional fee of $540 to cover linens and tableware.
Now we've found our equation.
Subtract 540.
Divide by 13.5
Therefore, there are 72 guests. The answer is 72. ~ Hope this helps you!
Four years ago, their age added up to 71. Since four years have passed and they've each grown four years older since then, their ages added up together is 79. Here is the equation for Amy: x + (x + 9) = 79. We can simplify to get 35. Now we add 9 to 35 to get Randall's age. So, Amy's age is 35 and Randall's age is 44, and 35 + 44 = 79.