Word Problem: Multiplication and Addition

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the total cost of hiring a hall, which includes a £15 booking fee and a £12.50 per hour charge. The instructor emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'per hour' aspect to avoid mistakes. The tutorial walks through the calculation process, including multiplying the hourly rate by the number of hours and adding the booking fee. The final cost is calculated step-by-step, ensuring the correct placement of decimal points and alignment of values.

How do you calculate the total cost including the booking fee?

What is the final total cost after adding the booking fee?