Question

Francisco took a taxi from his house to the airport. The taxi company charged a pick-up fee of $4.70 plus $2.50 per mile. The total fare was $14.70, not including the tip. How many miles was the taxi ride?

Answer 1

4 miles

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: 4 miles

Explanation:

2.5x+4.7=14.7

-4.7 -4.7

2.5x=10

2.5x=10

2.5 2.5

x=4

In other words...

Subtract 4.7 from both sides first. Then divide that answer on both sides by 2.5, and WALA!