The treasurer of the student body at a college reported that the receipts from a recent contact totaled $916; Furthermore, he announced that 560 people had attended the concert. Students were charged $1.25 each for admission to the concert, and adults were charged $2.25 each. How many adults attended the concert?

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The treasurer of the student body at a college reported that the receipts from a recent contact totaled $916;  Furthermore, he announced that 560 people had attended the concert.  Students were charged $1.25 each for admission to the concert, and adults were charged $2.25 each.  How many adults attended the concert?

Steve · Answer

a+c = 560 2.25a + 1.25c = 916 now just solve for a

Anonymous · Answer

23