Question

Matrix M shows the one-way fares for four commuter train routes. Suppose the rail service lowers all fares by 15%. Which formula shows how to find the matrix that would display the new fares?

A) 0.15M


B) 0.85M


C) 1.15M


D) M - 0.15

Answer 1

B) 0.85M

Explanation:

The new fare schedule is the current fare schedule reduced by 15% of current fares:

... M - 0.15M = 0.85M