Question

1. a taxi company charges a $5 initial fee and $2 per mile. which equation models the total cost ( c ) for ( x ) miles?

a. ( c = 2x - 5 )
b. ( c = 5x + 2 )
c. ( c = 2x + 5 )
d. ( c = 3x + 5 )

Explanation:

Step1: Identify fixed cost

Fixed cost = $\$5$

Step2: Calculate variable cost

Variable cost = $2x$ (cost per mile × miles)

Step3: Sum costs for total $C$

$C = 2x + 5$

Answer:

c. $C = 2x + 5$