Question

Clarence is ordering plates for his friend's birthday party. If he orders 10 or less plates then the price is 2$ per plate plus and a 10$ flat rate shipping fee. If he orders more than 10 plates then the price is 1.50$ per plate and 14$ flat rate shipping fee.

Write a piecewise function that models this scenario:

How much would Clarence pay for ordering 8 plates? Show all work for full credit.

How much would Clarence pay for ordering 25 plates? Show all work for full credit.

Answer 1

8 plates: $26

25 plates: 51.50

Explanation:

8 plates:

2(8)+10=$26

25 plates:

25(1.50)+14=$51.50