Solve the problem.
-The linear equation in two variables y = 0.10x + 200 models the total weekly cost, y, in dollars, for renting a car and driving it x miles. The equation indicates that the rental company charges a fixed amount of $200 for the
Week plus a cost of $0.10 for each mile the car is driven. Find a solution of y = 0.10x + 200 using 220 for x.
A) (220, 2200)
B) (220, 222)
C) (220, 197)
D) (220, 182)

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To find the solution for $y = 0.10x + 200$ using $x = 220$, substitute $x$ with 220: $y = 0.10(220) + 200 = 22 + 200 = 222$. Therefore, the solution is $y = 222$ when $x = 220$, making the correct answer (220, 222).

Solve the Problem. -The Linear Equation in Two Variables Y = 0.10x