Question

Kinsey has a plan to save $60 a month for 16 months so that she can purchase a new television. After 11 months Kinsey has saved $600. If the most that Kinsey can possibly save is $80 per month, which of the following statements is true? a. Kinsey will meet her goal and does not need to adjust her plan. b. Kinsey must save $72 per month to achieve her goal. c. Kinsey must save $75 per month to achieve her goal. d. Kinsey will not be able to achieve her goal. Please select the best answer from the choices provided A B C D

Answer 1

Answer:

b. Kinsey must save $72 per month to achieve her goal.

Step-by-step explanation:

Goal over 16 months: $60 x 16 = $960

Collected after 11 months: $600

• $360 still needed
• 5 months lefts

$360 ÷ 5 = $72