Solve the problem.
-A car rental company charges $26 per day to rent a particular type of car and $0.16 per mile. Juan is charged $42.48 for a one-day rental. How many miles did he drive?
A)118 mi
B)103 mi
C)240 mi
D)266 mi

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Juan was charged $42.48 for one day, which includes the $26 daily rental fee. Subtracting the daily fee from the total charge, $42.48 - $26 = $16.48, is the amount charged for the miles driven. At $0.16 per mile, dividing $16.48 by $0.16 gives 103 miles.

Solve the Problem. -A Car Rental Company Charges $26 Per Day to Rent