Question

Samantha’s college runs on a trimester schedule so she receives a bill 3 times a year for tuition. Each trimester costs $1,450, and Samantha must complete 2 years of college to receive her degree. The average cost for books each trimester is $350. Approximately what will be the total cost for Samantha to get her degree?
a.
$4,700
b.
$5,400
c.
$9,050
d.
$10,800

Answer 1

Number of trimesters = 3 per year × 2 years = 6.

Tuition: 6 × $1,450 = $8,700
Books: 6 × $350 = $2,100

Total = $8,700 + $2,100 = $10,800

Answer: d. $10,800