Solve the problem.A summer camp wants to hire counselors and aides to fill its staffing needs at minimum cost. The average monthly salary of a counselor is $2400 and the average monthly salary of an aide is $1100. The camp can accommodate up to 35 staff members and needs at least 20 to run properly. They must have at least 10 aides, and may have up to 3 aides for every 2 counselors. How many counselors and how many aides should the camp hire to minimize cost?

A. 8 counselors and 12 aides
B. 13 counselors and 16 aides
C. 13 counselors and 17 aides
D. 19 counselors and 23 aides


Answer: A

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