Mals time for a race was 44.3 seconds. another runners time was 5.72 seconds faster .write and evaluate an equation with a variable to find the difference between mals and the other runner

Oscar and julie ashton are celebrating their 15th anniversary by having a reception hall. they have budgeted $4,500 for their reception. if the reception hall charges a $90 cleanup fee plus & 36 per person, find the greatest number of people that they may invite and still stay within their budget.