A principal plans to subscribe to a monthly art program for her 183 students for a period of 12 months. The total budget to spend on the program is $4,500, which includes a 10% sales tax. Which of the following is the maximum possible monthly price per student, before tax, the principal could subscribe based on this budget?
Answer:
A
Explanation
The correct answer is Choice A.
Construct an equation with the given information to determine the maximum possible price for which the principal can subscribe for her 183 students with $4,500.
Choices B and C are incorrect and may result from leaving out the sales tax.
Choice D is incorrect and may result from leaving out 12-month subscription period.
✨ Expert's Tip ✨
Make sure to convert percentage into decimals, $A\%=\frac{A}{100}$, when reflecting it into the equation.