Question

Olly took a taxi 12 miles and paid $8.40. The cab driver charges $0.45 per mile after a flat fee. How much would it cost if Olly needed to take the taxi for 25 miles?​

Answer 1

$14.25

Explanation:

8.40 = .45(12) + b

8.40 = 5.4 + b

b = 3

b = .45(25) + 3

b = 11.25 + 3

b = 14.25

Answer 2

$14.25

Explanation:

12 x 0.45 = 5.4

8.40-5.40=3

3 is the flat fee

3+(0.45 x 25) = 14.25