Question

A taxi cab driver charges a $2.00 initial fee and $1.75 for each mile.

1) Shannon wants to keep her fare under $35. How many miles can she travel in the taxi?

2) Samantha has $70 for her taxi fare. If she plans on traveling 20 miles in the taxi, does she have enough money to cover the fare? Explain your answer.

Answer 1

Explanation:

1) Shannon can travel exactly 18 miles.

2) Yes, Samantha has enough money for her taxi. The ride would cost her $37. She would have $33 left over.

Answer 2

1. She can travel 18 miles. Subtract 35 - 2 (initial fee) to have 33. divide 33 by 1.75 to get 18.85. To check how much her total would be, use inverse operations. 18.85 * 1.75 = 32.9875. 32.9875 + 2 = 34.9875. It is barely under $35 but still in her budget.

2. 20m * $1.75 = $35. $70 - $35 = $35. Yes, she can cover the fare. Samantha has more than needed. She can afford the taxi fare and still have money left for future use.