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Selena downloads an average of 60 songs per month. Spotify offers package prices for song downloads, and the graph illustrates the pricing for their most popular promotions. Selena is considering whether to purchase individual songs or opt for a monthly flat fee of $58.00 offered by another company. What is the better option for her?

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Without specific individual song prices, we assume a per-song price to determine if the $58.00 monthly flat fee is cost-effective for Selena's average of 60 song downloads. If individual songs cost less than $0.97, buying individually is cheaper; if $0.97 or more, the flat fee is better. Other factors should also be considered in Selena's decision.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine whether it's better for Selena to pay for individual songs or opt for a monthly flat fee of $58.00, we need to compare the total cost for each option based on her average song downloads per month, which is 60 songs. Without the specific prices for individual downloads from the Spotify graph, we assume a per-song price to proceed with the calculation. If individual songs are less than $0.97 each, then purchasing songs individually would cost her less than $58.00. However, if each song costs $0.97 or more, the flat fee would be the more cost-effective option.

If the cost per song is unavailable, the decision cannot be made with certainty and Selena would need to compare the actual Spotify prices to the flat fee. It's also important to consider other factors such as the variety of songs available, the convenience of a subscription, and any additional benefits that may come with the flat fee option.

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