¶ 2007 AMC8 Problem 1
Problem:
Theresa's parents have agreed to buy her tickets to see her favorite band if she spends an average of hours per week helping around the house for weeks. For the first weeks she helps around the house for and hours. How many hours must she work during the final week to earn the tickets?
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Solution:
The first weeks Theresa works a total of hours. She has promised to work hours. She must work hours during the final week.
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