Multiple choice

The daily rate for a hotel room that sleeps 4 people is \$39 for one person and x dollars for each additional person. If 3 people can take the room for one day and each pays \$21 for the room, what is the value of x?

  1. $6
  2. $8
  3. $12
  4. $13
  5. $24
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The charge for 3 people = 39 + 2x dollars. This is given to be equal to 63. So, 2x = 63 - 39 = 24, or x = 12.