Use the information in the table about the price of...

Use the information in the table about the price of admission to a zoo. $$\begin{array}{|c|c|}\hline\quad\quad\quad \text { Zoo Admission } \\\hline \text { Tickets } & \text { Cost } \\\hline \text { Adults (12-64) } & \$ 8 \\\hline \text { Children (3-11) } & \$ 5 \\\hline \text { Seniors ( } 65+) & \$ 4 \\\hline\end{array}$$ Write an expression that can be used to find the total cost of admission for 4 adults, 3 children, and 1 senior.

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Key Concepts

Unit Rate Calculation

This concept involves determining the cost per single item or entity, which can then be multiplied by the number of items to find the total cost for that group. It is essential when working with prices listed in a table or similar data source.

Multiplication

Multiplication is used to calculate the total cost for a group by multiplying the unit rate (cost per item) by the number of items. This operation simplifies repeated addition and is fundamental in solving cost calculation problems.

Addition

Addition is employed to combine individual totals from different groups to obtain an overall total. After calculating the cost for each group separately, all these amounts are added together to get the final value.

Translating Word Problems into Algebraic Expressions

This key concept involves reading and interpreting textual descriptions or data, and then forming a mathematical expression that represents the situation. It bridges real-world scenarios with algebraic methods for problem solving.

Interpreting Data from Tables

Interpreting data from tables involves extracting relevant information, such as numerical values or rates, presented in a structured format. This skill is critical for accurately utilizing provided data in calculations or forming expressions.

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