Question

The charge for a taxi ride in New York City is $2.50 upon entry and $0.40 for each 1/5 of a mile traveled (rounded up to the nearest 1/5 mile), when the taxicab is traveling at 6 mph or more. In addition, a New York State Tax Surcharge of $0.50 is added to the fare. What is the cost of a taxi ride that is 14.3 miles?

Answer 1

The cost of a taxi ride that is 14.3 miles in New York City is $27.50. This includes the base fare of $2.50, and then $0.40 for each 1/5th of a mile traveled, rounded up to the nearest 1/5th of a mile. In addition, there is the New York State Tax Surcharge of $0.50. Therefore, the total cost of the taxi ride is $27.50.