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Updated on: 27 Oct 2023, 11:35
Originally posted by Sajjad1994 on 31 Jan 2020, 10:21.
Last edited by BottomJee on 27 Oct 2023, 11:35, edited 2 times in total.
Last edited by BottomJee on 27 Oct 2023, 11:35, edited 2 times in total.
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The following emails come from the Public Relations division of a large non-profit organization.
Hello Gloria!
We have to choose a caterer for our upcoming gala. Two caterers under consideration are DoxySource and BrightRight. Although DoxySource has delivered satisfactory service in the past, our First Annual Sponsors Gala promises to be the largest event we have ever hosted, and BrightRight is known for large event planning and production. However, I’d like more information before switching from a tried and true contractor. Also, I’d like to consider how to justify any over-budget costs from using BrightRight, if that comes up. I am committed to using only one provider. Please work up a comparison of costs of services and rentals for BrightRight and DoxySource. We require: tables, audio, food, and a punch fountain or fountains (a dessert fountain would be a lovely addition). Our budget is $6,000.00, and we plan for a maximum of 400 people.
Thanks!
Evelyn Schott
Gala Coordinator
Hello Gloria!
We have to choose a caterer for our upcoming gala. Two caterers under consideration are DoxySource and BrightRight. Although DoxySource has delivered satisfactory service in the past, our First Annual Sponsors Gala promises to be the largest event we have ever hosted, and BrightRight is known for large event planning and production. However, I’d like more information before switching from a tried and true contractor. Also, I’d like to consider how to justify any over-budget costs from using BrightRight, if that comes up. I am committed to using only one provider. Please work up a comparison of costs of services and rentals for BrightRight and DoxySource. We require: tables, audio, food, and a punch fountain or fountains (a dessert fountain would be a lovely addition). Our budget is $6,000.00, and we plan for a maximum of 400 people.
Thanks!
Evelyn Schott
Gala Coordinator
If the coordinator uses DoxySource and orders one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert per person, then the least amount that can be spent on tables to seat all guests is approximately 16.6% of the cost of food.: Yes
If the large punch fountain from BrightRight is sufficient for 400 guests, then using smaller fountains from DoxySource to serve the same number of guests would cost at least 20% less per gallon.: Yes
If BrightRight is used, the project will go over its present budget by at least 15%.: Yes
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1. If the maximum number of guests attend the gala, determine if each of the statements is true or false based on the information in the two emails.
| Yes | No | |
| If the coordinator uses DoxySource and orders one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert per person, then the least amount that can be spent on tables to seat all guests is approximately 16.6% of the cost of food. | ||
| If the large punch fountain from BrightRight is sufficient for 400 guests, then using smaller fountains from DoxySource to serve the same number of guests would cost at least 20% less per gallon. | ||
| If BrightRight is used, the project will go over its present budget by at least 15%. |
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If the coordinator uses DoxySource and orders one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert per person, then the least amount that can be spent on tables to seat all guests is approximately 16.6% of the cost of food.: Yes
If the large punch fountain from BrightRight is sufficient for 400 guests, then using smaller fountains from DoxySource to serve the same number of guests would cost at least 20% less per gallon.: Yes
If BrightRight is used, the project will go over its present budget by at least 15%.: Yes
$792.00
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2. Suppose the Gala Coordinator uses DoxySource for the maximum number of guests. If she wants to use at least one of each type of table, what is the least possible cost for the tables?
| $775.00 | |
| $787.00 | |
| $792.00 | |
| $873.21 | |
| $971.43 |
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$792.00
The Gala Coordinator is willing to ask for a budgetary increase, if necessary.: Yes
According to the Administrative Assistant, audio costs are not the only determining factor in choosing one event planning service over another.: Yes
Fountains are an optional element of the gala.: No
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3. Based on the information in the messages between the Gala Coordinator and the Administrative Assistant, select Yes if the statement can be inferred. Otherwise, select No.
| Yes | No | |
| The Gala Coordinator is willing to ask for a budgetary increase, if necessary. | ||
| According to the Administrative Assistant, audio costs are not the only determining factor in choosing one event planning service over another. | ||
| Fountains are an optional element of the gala. |
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The Gala Coordinator is willing to ask for a budgetary increase, if necessary.: Yes
According to the Administrative Assistant, audio costs are not the only determining factor in choosing one event planning service over another.: Yes
Fountains are an optional element of the gala.: No
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01 Feb 2020, 10:02
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1)a)True,since 16.67% of food is = .1667*11.65=1.93 and cost of tables = (1/8)*15.50(Per the least priced plan)
b)True,since the per gallon cost for Bright right is 350/40= 8.75 while for DoxySource it is (47*(400/70))/40 gallons = 7 which is at least 20% less than Bright right's value
c)True, since if we choose Bright right with the least possible options it is providing the budget will go up by more than 15%(budget will be more than 6900)
2)Total cost is 17*1+50*15.50=792
3)a)Yes,since they are preferring Bright right for which more budget is required
b)Yes,since food also plays an important role here
c)No,it is required
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b)True,since the per gallon cost for Bright right is 350/40= 8.75 while for DoxySource it is (47*(400/70))/40 gallons = 7 which is at least 20% less than Bright right's value
c)True, since if we choose Bright right with the least possible options it is providing the budget will go up by more than 15%(budget will be more than 6900)
2)Total cost is 17*1+50*15.50=792
3)a)Yes,since they are preferring Bright right for which more budget is required
b)Yes,since food also plays an important role here
c)No,it is required
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Thanks Sajjad1994 and Apt0810 for posting the questions and answers. I don't understand why the answer to 3 (c) is No. The Gala Coordinator says, "We require: ...a punch fountain or fountains (a dessert fountain would be a lovely addition)." I thought the word "or" meant either a punch fountain or fountains (a dessert fountain...) would be fine. If you get her a punch fountain, then fountains would be optional. If you get her the fountains, then a punch fountain would be optional. Please help. Thank you very much for any comment.
