Problema Solution

Catherine is using the table to predict the cost of one year of education at a four-year private college.

Category

Predicted Cost

tuition

$32,250

room and board

$10,590

transportation

$2,460

books and fees

$1,980

other

$750

She predicts she will receive $14,000 in grants annually. Catherine does not own a car and plans to live near campus where she will rely on the free bus system for transportation. What is the minimum amount Catherine should expect to contribute to her education annually?

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(32250 + 10590 + 1980 + 750) - 14000 = $31,570

The minimum amount Catherine should expect to contribute to her education annually is $31,570.