Question

A cab company charges $1 fee for the cab ride,

plus an additional $2 per mile driven. How many
miles did the driver go if the total cost for the cab
ride was $25?

Answer 1

12mi

Explanation:

First find the equation implied by this problem. Using m as the unknown number of miles, we find:

$1 + $2m = $25

2m = 24

m = 12mi

Answer 2

12 miles

Explanation:

25 - $1 fee= 24/$2 per mile = 12 miles