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15 August, 01:27

The total charge for a taxi ride in NYC includes an initial fee of $3.75 plus $1.25 for every 1/2 mile traveled. Jodi took a taxi, and the ride cost her exactly $12.50. How many miles did she travel in the taxi?

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  1. 15 August, 04:10
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    (12.5 - 3,75) / 1,25 / 2 = 8,75 / 1,25 / 2 = 7 / 2 = 3.5 miles
  2. 15 August, 05:22
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    1.25 for every half mile ... this means it is 2.50 for every mile

    3.75 + 2.50m = 12.50

    2.50m = 12.50 - 3.75

    2.50m = 8.75

    m = 8.75 / 2.50

    m = 3.5 < = = = Jodi traveled 3.5 miles (or 3 1/2 miles)
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