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A cab ride costs $3.25 for the first half-mile and $0.70 for each mile after the first half-mile. How far can someone travel for $12?

m= miles
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$3.25 + $0.70m = $12

A. 12
B. 12.5
C. 13

User Strubbly
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Answer: $12

Explanation:

A cab ride costs $3.25 for the first half-mile and $0.70 for each mile after the first-example-1
User Hyunnie
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Answer: A. 12

Explanation:

3.25+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70+0.70=11.65

If you round 11.65 you get 12

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