Suppose that the cost C in dollars of obtaining water that contains p percent impurities is given by . Find , if it exists.
A) $0
B) $13
C) $117
D) $1,300
E) does not exist

Question

Suppose that the cost C in dollars of obtaining water that contains p percent impurities is given by  . Find  , if it exists. ​
A) $0 
B) $13 
C) $117 
D) $1,300 
E) does not exist

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the fixed cost, we need to evaluate C(0). 
C(0) = 500 + 0.10(0) + 40(0) = 500 
Therefore, the fixed cost is $500. Option C is the correct answer.

Suppose That the Cost C in Dollars of Obtaining Water