Question

A school library charges a fine of 5 cents on the first day a book is overdue, then doubles the amount owed each day until payment is made. Jada and Juan each had a book that was overdue. Jada paid a fine that was $2.40 more than Juan’s fine. Which statement about the overdue books is true?Jada’s book was overdue by 1 more day than Juan’s book.Jada’s book was overdue by 2 more days than Juan’s book.Jada’s book was overdue by 24 more days than Juan’s book.Jada’s book was overdue by 48 more days than

Answer 1

J5*2^r2 = 5*2^r1 + 240 2^r2 = 2^r1 + 24 2^r1 (r2-r1+1) = 24 = 2^3(2+1) So, r2-r1 = 2 and r1=3 Juan's book was 4 days overdue Jada's book was 6 days overdue The answer is... Jada’s book was overdue by 2 more days than Juan’s book.