2 marksWord Problems (Linear and Quadratic Equations/Inequalities)

CSEC Mathematics · 2022 · Paper 2 · Question 7(c)

Leon needs to arrange tables to seat 70 people for a birthday party. Which of the arrangements, L or M, will allow him to rent the LEAST number of tables? Use calculations to justify your answer.

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7(a)Draw the diagram for 4 tables using Arrangement L.[2 marks]
7(b)(i)Complete the row numbered (i) for T = 4 tables in the table provided.[2 marks]
7(b)(ii)Complete the row numbered (ii) where the number of chairs in Arrangement M is 130.[2 marks]
7(b)(iii)Complete the row numbered (iii) giving the number of chairs for n tables for both Arrangement L and Arrangement M.[2 marks]

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