Question

Steven went to an arcade for his brothers birthday. His parents gave him $45.00 to spend. He purchased $14.75 in food and drinks, and put the rest of the money on a gaming card to spend at the arcade. Each game in the arcade cost $1.50.

Part A: Write a linear inequality to represent how many games, , Steven can play in the arcade.
Part B: What is the maximum number of games that Steven can play in the arcade?

Answer 1

Answer:

20 games

Step-by-step explanation:

Part A:

45 = 14.75 + 1.50g

Part B:

45 - 14.75 = 30.25

30.25/1.5 = 20.1666666666667

20 is the maximum number of games he can play.