The function that can be used to find the number of rides Jay went on is, <u>f(x) = 4.5x + 10 = 46.5</u>. Hence, the <u>first option</u> is the right choice.
Also, on solving the function we get that, Jay went on <u>8 rides</u>.
We assume the number of rides Jay spent to be x.
The cost of each ride is given to be $4.50.
Thus, the total amount Jay spent on rides = $4.50x.
The entrance fee to the park is given to be $10.50.
Thus, the total expenditure of Jay can be shown as $(4.5x + 10.5).
But, in the question we are given that Jay spend $46.50 altogether.
Thus, the function to find the number of rides Jay went on can be shown as:
f(x) = 4.5x + 10 = 46.5.
Hence, the first option is the right choice.
To find the number of rides he went, we can solve this function as:
4.5x + 10 = 46.5,
or, 4.5x = 46.5 - 10.5 = 36,
or, x = 36/4.5 = 8.
Thus, Jay went on 8 rides.
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