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In one U.S. city, the taxi cost is $3 plus $0.60 per mile. If you are traveling from the airport, there is an additional charge of $5.50 for tolls. How far can you travel from the airport by taxi for $26.50?

the airport by taxi for $26.50?

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User Jorie
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Answer:

  • 30 miles

Explanation:

  • How far can you travel from the airport by taxi for $26.50 ?

($26.5 - $3 - $5.50) : $0.6/m =

= $18 : 0.6$/m

= 30 miles

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