Question

Michele is starting a new pool-cleaning business. It costs her $85 to purchase supplies. Michele charges $40 each time she cleans a pool. Which equation can be used to determine the profit, y, Michele earns after she cleans x pools?

Answer 1

y=40x-85

Explanation:

she makes 40 dollars each time she chargers for cleaning the pool but 85 dollars after spending that much for cleaning supplies.