A company decided to fine its workers for parking violations on its property. The first offense carries a fine of $12, the second offense is $18, the third offense is $24, and so on. What is the fine for the eighth offense?
A) $42
B) $48
C) $60
D) $54

Question

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The fines increase by $6 for each subsequent offense. The sequence of fines is an arithmetic sequence: $12, $18, $24, ..., with a common difference of $6. The nth term of an arithmetic sequence is given by the formula: a_n = a_1 + (n-1)d. For the eighth offense, a_8 = 12 + (8-1)*6 = 12 + 42 = $54.

A Company Decided to Fine Its Workers for Parking Violations