Solve the problem.
-A car rental company has two rental rates. Rate 1 is $63 per day plus $.18 per mile. Rate 2 is $126 per day plus $.09 per mile. If you plan to rent for one day, how many miles would you need to Drive to pay less by taking Rate 2?
A)more than 1400 miles
B)more than 700 miles
C)more than 800 miles
D)more than 350 miles

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the break-even point where both rates cost the same, set the total cost equations equal to each other and solve for miles (m). Rate 1: $63 + $0.18m, Rate 2: $126 + $0.09m. So, $63 + $0.18m = $126 + $0.09m. Solving for m gives m = 700. Therefore, to pay less with Rate 2, you need to drive more than 700 miles.

Solve the Problem. -A Car Rental Company Has Two Rental Rates. Rate 1