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Question 655378: Hello, Im having trouble finding the equation for this problem and I need your help please. There were 27,000 people at a ball game. The day's receipts were $210,000. How many people paid $14.00 for reserved seats and how many people paid $6.00 for general admission? Thanks for your help.
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Hi,

27,000 people at a ball game. 

How many peoplehighlight%28x%29 paid $14.00 for reserved seats and 

how many peoplehighlight%2827000+-x%29 paid $6.00 for general admission? 

Question states***The day's receipts were $210,000.

 $14x + $6(27000-x) = $210000