Question 43
Linear and Simultaneous EquationsFive hundred tickets were sold for a concert. Tickets for adults and children were sold at $4.50 and $3.00 respectively. If the total receipts for the concert was $1,987.50, how many tickets for adults were sold?
- A.325
- B.235
- C.175
- D.400
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (325)
Explanation
If all 500 were child tickets: $1,500. The extra $487.50 comes from $1.50 more per adult ticket, so 487.50 ÷ 1.50 = 325 adults.