SOLUTION: The Rock Club planned a climbing expedition. The total cost was $4400, which was to be divided equally among the members going. Prior to the trip, 2 members decided not to go. I

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Question 1027767: The Rock Club planned a climbing expedition. The total cost was $4400, which was to be divided equally among the members going. Prior to the trip, 2 members decided not to go. If the cost per person increased by $110, how many people went on the expedition?
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The cost per person for people going on the trip is:



If two less people attend:



But ,

So:



Solve for , then calculate

John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it