Solve the problem.
-In a student survey, 97 students indicated that they speak Spanish, 30 students indicated that they speak French, 8 students indicated that they speak both Spanish and French, and 124 students indicated that they speak
Neither. How many students participated in the survey?
A) 119
B) 235
C) 243
D) 251

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the total number of students, we use the principle of inclusion-exclusion. We add the students who speak Spanish (97) and French (30) and subtract those who speak both (8) to avoid double counting. Then, we add the students who speak neither language (124). So, the total is 97 + 30 - 8 + 124 = 243.

Solve the Problem. -In a Student Survey, 97 Students Indicated That They Speak