Question

solve this system using a systems of equations. Discount Rental Cars charges a daily fee plus a mileage fee for renting its cars. Barney was charge 145.00 for 3 days and 310 miles, while Mary was charge 250.00 for 5 days and 600 miles. What does discount Rental Cars charge per day and mile?

Answer 1

Barney 145 3 Days 310 Miles

Mary 250 5 Days 600 Miles

A) 3 D + 310 M = 145

B) 5 D + 600 M = 250

Multiplying A) by -5/3

A) -5 D - 516.6666M = -241.66666666

B) 5D + 600M = 250

Adding A) and B)

83.3333 M = 8.3333333333

M = .10 per mile

3 D = 114

Daily Rate = 38 dollars per day

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