a.
To find the equation to model the cost
a.
Answer to Problem 1SP
Equation is
Explanation of Solution
Given information :
Catering company charges $100 plus $35 per person to provide dinner.
Concept:
Total charges will be equal to $100 plus $35 multiplied by total people.
Total charges
Total people
Equation shall be:
Conclusion:
Equation is
b.
To find the graph of the equation.
b.
Answer to Problem 1SP
Explanation of Solution
Given information :
Equation is
Concept:
Find the points and then plot the graph.
100 | 135 | |
0 | 1 |
Plot the points on graph and join to get graph.
Conclusion:
c.
To find the value of
c.
Answer to Problem 1SP
Graph is increasing for every value of
Explanation of Solution
Given information :
Equation is
Concept:
The graph of the equation
Conclusion:
Graph is increasing for every value of
d.
To find the total cost for 45 persons.
d.
Answer to Problem 1SP
Total cost for 45 persons is $1675.
Explanation of Solution
Given information :
Equation is
Concept:
Put
Put values,
Conclusion:
Total cost is $1675.
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