Sum of a finite geometric series=a(r^(n) -1)/(r -1)
or
sum of a finite geometric series=a(1 - r^(n))/(1 - r)
the Smiths would spend a total of $2928.2 on clothing in 4 years
It technically would be y=3x-3 in the y=mx+b formula, but it could also be rewritten 3x-y=3. Hope this helps!
<u>Answer:</u>
$50 and $115
<u>Step-by-step explanation:</u>
We know that,
the sum of the two rates = $165 per hour
Let x and (165 - x) represent the $/hour of the 15hr and 5hr mechanics respectively.
Then combining their charges together to get:

Solving for x to get:



So the rate charged per hour by one mechanic is $50 and for the other mechanic =
$115.