Question

9. A taxi charges $3, plus $1.50 for each mile traveled. Mr. Lewis

rode in the taxi from his home to the airport and was charged
$30. How many miles does Mr. Lewis live from the airport?
a) 18 miles
I b) 20 miles
c) 22 miles

Answer 1

a 18 miles

Explanation:

Answer 2

A 18miles

Explanation:

x is the number of miles

The fee then is

1.5x + 3 = 30

1.5x = 27

Divide by 1.5

x is equal to 18miles