Question

In one U.S. city, the taxi cost is $3 plus $0.60 per mile. If you are traveling from the airport, there is an additional charge of $5.50 for tolls. How far can you travel from the airport by taxi for $26.50?

the airport by taxi for $26.50?

Answer 1

• 30 miles

Explanation:

• How far can you travel from the airport by taxi for $26.50 ?

($26.5 - $3 - $5.50) : $0.6/m =

= $18 : 0.6$/m

= 30 miles