Solve the problem.
-After spending $2050 for tables and $4050 for chairs a convention center manager finds that the furniture cost 5% more than last year. Find the amount that he spent last year on tables and chairs. Round your answer to the
Nearest dollar.
A) $305
B) $5810
C) $6421
D) $4263

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The total spent this year is $2050 (tables) + $4050 (chairs) = $6100. This amount is 105% of last year's cost (100% + 5% increase). To find last year's cost, divide this year's total by 1.05: $6100 / 1.05 = $5809.52, which rounds to $5810.

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