Each completed task earns 3 points. What is the fewest tasks needed to earn at least 20 points?
A9
B8
C7
D6
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 7
The whole number n of tasks must satisfy 3n≥20. Six gives only 18 points, while seven gives 21, so seven is the minimum.
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