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    Setting up the Scenario

     Context: Tell students they’re planning a party. To make it feel real, they could choose
    the type of event: a birthday party, a school celebration, etc. They’ll need to budget for it,
    with certain fixed and variable costs.
     Fixed Costs (Constant): Some costs are one-time, no matter how many people attend.
    For instance, renting a room for $100 is a fixed cost. This cost won’t change with the
    number of attendees; it’s a set, predictable expense.
     Variable Costs (Per Person): Then, there are variable costs, like food or drinks, that
    change depending on the number of people. For example, if food costs $10 per person,
    this cost will increase as more people attend.

    2. Modeling the Problem with a Linear Function

    Now, let’s set up a linear equation to represent the total cost of the event based on the number
    of attendees.

     Let’s define the variables:


    o x: Number of people attending.
    o y: Total cost as a function of xxx, the number of attendees.
     We can now write the total cost as a linear function:

    y=Fixed Cost+(Variable Cost per Person×x)

    Using our example values:

    o Fixed Cost = $100 (room rental)


    o Variable Cost per Person = $10
    o So, the equation becomes: y=100+10*x = 100+10x

    Here, y is our linear model for the total cost of the event.

    3. Exploring the Deterministic Nature of the Model

    In a deterministic model, the outcome is entirely predictable once the input is given. In this
    example, we know exactly how costs will change based on the number of people who attend.
    There is no randomness or uncertainty—if we plug in a specific number for xxx, we get a precise
    total cost.

     For example, if 20 people attend:

    y=100+10×20=100+200=300

    The cost for 20 attendees is $300.

     For 30 people:
    Y=100+10×30=400

    The cost for 30 attendees is $400.

    4. Graphical Representation

    Encourage students to plot y as a graph. On the x-axis, they can represent the number of people,
    and on the y-axis, the total cost.

     The graph of y=100+10x will be a straight line, starting at $100 when x=0.
     As x (number of people) increases, the line rises at a constant rate of $10 per additional
    person.

    This visual helps students see how the cost scales with attendance, reinforcing the linear and
    deterministic nature of the model.

    5. Analyzing and Making Predictions

    With this model, students can make predictions about costs for various group sizes and plan their
    event budget effectively. For instance:

     Break-even Point: They might calculate how many people they need to invite to cover
    costs if they’re charging an entry fee.
     Cost Control: They can experiment with adjusting the variable cost per person (e.g.,
    choosing less expensive food) and see how it affects the total cost, helping them
    understand how changes in the equation’s parameters alter the outcome.

    Summary of Key Concepts

     Linear Function: A mathematical representation that relates two quantities with a


    constant rate of change.
     Deterministic Model: A type of model where inputs predictably determine outputs
    without randomness.
     Fixed and Variable Costs: Key components in real-world budgeting, making this
    activity relevant and applicable.

    This exercise gives students a concrete example of mathematical modeling, showing how math
    helps solve practical, real-life problems in a structured and predictable way.

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