SOLUTION: if refreshments cost $45 for 18 people, at the same rate how much would refreshments cost for 26 people?

Question 1175273: if refreshments cost $45 for 18 people, at the same rate how much would refreshments cost for 26 people?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!


Hi
if refreshments cost $45 for 18 people, 
at the same rate how much would refreshments cost "x" for 26 people? 

Set Up Proportion:  Cross Multiply to Solve
 
   x = 26*$45/18 = $65
Wish You the Best in your Studies.

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