Question

Under the new fare scheme the flag down rate for taxis remains at 40 but the distance rate is now at 13.50 per kilometer.How much would a 50km trip cost_____________.

A) $565.00
B) $615.00
C) $675.00
D) $700.00

Answer 1

To calculate the total cost, multiply the distance by the per kilometer rate and add the flag down rate. For a 50km trip at $13.50 per kilometer, plus a flag down rate of $40, the calculated cost is $715, which does not match any of the provided options.

Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the total cost of a 50km taxi trip under the new fare scheme, we need to take into account both the flag down rate and the distance rate. The flag down rate is a flat rate that applies at the start of the journey, while the distance rate is a variable charge that depends on the distance traveled.

Therefore, the total cost of the trip would be $715. However, since this amount does not match any of the given options, it is possible there was a mistake in the calculation or in the options provided. Based on the calculated result, none of the answer choices A) $565.00, B) $615.00, C) $675.00, D) $700.00 would be correct.