SOLUTION: The class had a budget of $800 for the trip. They had reserved 55% of the money for food and beverages. The remainder of the money was used for transportation. If tranportation cos

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Question 717449: The class had a budget of $800 for the trip. They had reserved 55% of the money for food and beverages. The remainder of the money was used for transportation. If tranportation costs $2.25, how many students were able to participate? Show your work. and give maximum number of students.
Answer by josmiceli(19441)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
55% was for food and drinks
45% was for transportation


160 students maximum

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