Jim Is Planning on Attending a Football Game That Costs

question 39

Multiple Choice

Jim is planning on attending a football game that costs $40.He will have to take the day off from the work losing 8 hours of work.His hourly wage is $10.He estimates it will cost him around $20 for gas and parking at the game.Jim's total economic cost of attending the game equals

• A)$80
• B)$40
• C)$20
• D)$140

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