Nerida Kyle can either commute to work using a bus or purchase a new car. The bus fare each way is $2. Nerida works five days a week for 50 weeks a year. Based solely on the benefit of avoiding the cost of her bus tickets, Nerida should purchase a car if the cost of the car is _____ than _____ per week.
A)less; $20
B)less; $10
C)greater; $20
D)greater; $10

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The total annual cost of bus fare is $2 each way, 5 days a week, for 50 weeks, which equals $2 x 2 x 5 x 50 = $1,000. This is $20 per week. Therefore, Nerida should purchase a car if the cost is less than $20 per week to save money.

Nerida Kyle Can Either Commute to Work Using a Bus