Math Equation #7

Question

Two-thirds of the members of Highland Church attended the International Dinner during their

annual missions conference. When seven of the members were not able to attend, the total number

Of attendees was seventy-one. How many members does Highland Church have?

Answer 1

2/3 of the total attended

when 7 were unable to attend 71 showed up

71+7 = 78 = 2/3 of the total

78 = (2/3)T

T = 78(3/2) = 39(3) = 117 Total