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Exercise 17

Avg difficulty 2.5

Use the problem solving process to decide between the two options. Document your steps and thinking.

You are organizing a large dinner event. One venue charges $155 per person and you have a prior credit of $4,600. Another venue charges $500 per table of 8 people. Which venue is more cost effective?

Lee et al., Math in Society, §1.5 Problem Solving, Exercise 17

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