Question #N299

A group of students are planning a trip. The cost of the trip is \$1200. Each student is expected to contribute an equal amount of money. If there are $n$ students going on the trip, which of the following expressions represents the cost, in dollars, per student?
A. 1200 + n
B. 1200 - n
C. 1200n
D. 1200/n

Correct Answer is: D

The cost per student is the total cost divided by the number of students. This is represented by the expression 1200/n.