Question

A taxi charges $3 plus $1.50 for each mile traveled. Mr. Hill rode in the taxi from his home to the airport and was charged $30. How many miles does Mr. hill live from the airport?
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A) 18 miles
B) 20 miles
C) 22 miles
D) 12 miles

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 18 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

Since we have to figure out how many miles away Mr. Hill lives, first we will subtract:

30 - 3 = 27

Then, divide

27 ÷ 1.50 = 18

So, Mr. Hill lives 18 miles away

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