Tom takes a taxi to work. There is a flat rate of $2.20. Each mile is calculated at $1.50. If Tom's final cost for the taxi is $12.70, how many miles did he travel?

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Tate Wilkerson

22 February, 22:54

Tom takes a taxi to work. There is a flat rate of $2.20. Each mile is calculated at $1.50. If Tom's final cost for the taxi is $12.70, how many miles did he travel?

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Emely Bauer · Answer 1

Answer: He traveled about 10 miles (rounded)

Step-by-step explanation:

Take the total cost (12.70) and divide it by each mile cost (1.50), then take your answer and add the service fee (2.20)

Miles = 12.70/1.50+2.20