Francisco took a taxi from his house to the airport. The taxi company charged a pick-up fee of $4.70 plus $2.50 per mile. The total fare was $14.70, not including the tip. How many miles was the taxi ride?

Respuesta :

Answer: 4 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

2.5x+4.7=14.7

        -4.7 -4.7

2.5x=10

2.5x=10

2.5    2.5

x=4

In other words...

Subtract 4.7 from both sides first. Then divide that answer on both sides by 2.5, and WALA!

Answer:

4 miles

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