Question

The equation y=3.2x represents the cost y (in dollars) for a taxi ride during peak hours that costs x dollars during off-peak hours. a. Solve the equation for x.

Answer 1

x = y / 3.2

Explanation:

Given:

y = 3.2x

Where

y = cost for a taxi ride during peak hours (in dollars)

x = cost for a taxi ride during off-peak hours (in dollars)

Solve the equation for x.

y = 3.2x

Divide both sides by 3.2

y / 3.2 = 3.2x / 3.2

y / 3.2 = x

x = y / 3.2

This means,

Cost for a taxi ride during off-peak hours (in dollars) = Cost for a taxi ride during peak hours (in dollars) / 3.2