J L.
asked • 01/26/18Suppose that there are two types of tickets to a show: advance and same-day
Suppose that there are two types of tickets to a show: advance and same-day. Advance tickets cost
$30
and same-day tickets cost
$20
. For one performance, there were
65
tickets sold in all, and the total amount paid for them was
$1550
. How many tickets of each type were sold?
$30
and same-day tickets cost
$20
. For one performance, there were
65
tickets sold in all, and the total amount paid for them was
$1550
. How many tickets of each type were sold?
More
1 Expert Answer
Naomi S. answered • 01/26/18
Tutor
New to Wyzant
Patient and experienced math tutor
Number of advanced ticket = x
Number of same day ticket = y
x+y =65
30x +20y =1550
Solve these 2 equations to find the value of x and y
Hint: use substitution method
Still looking for help? Get the right answer, fast.
Ask a question for free
Get a free answer to a quick problem.
Most questions answered within 4 hours.
OR
Find an Online Tutor Now
Choose an expert and meet online. No packages or subscriptions, pay only for the time you need.
Andrew M.
01/26/18