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-In West Arlington, taxis charge $4.50 plus 75¢ per mile for an airport pickup. How far from the airport can Amy travel for $30.00? (Hint: 75¢ = $0.75)

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The equation for the cost of the taxi ride is:Cost = $4.50 + $0.75 per mileWe can set this equation equal to $30.00 and solve for the number of miles:$30.00 = $4.50 + $0.75 per mile$25.50 = $0.75 per mile34 miles = $0.75 per mileTherefore, Amy can travel 34 miles for $30.00.

Solve. -In West Arlington, Taxis Charge $4.50 Plus 75¢ Per Mile