Write an equation for the word problem. Then solve and check.
-A fitness club charges an initial fee of $\$ 250$ plus $\$ 25$ per month for membership. In how many months, $x$, will a member pay a total of $\$ 550$ for membership?
A) $275 \mathrm{x}=550 ; 1 \mathrm{mo}$
B) $25+250 \mathrm{x}=550 ; 3 \mathrm{mo}$
C) $275 \mathrm{x}=550 ; 2 \mathrm{mo}$
D) $250+25 \mathrm{x}=550 ; 12 \mathrm{mo}$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct equation to represent the total cost is the initial fee (\$250) plus the monthly fee (\$25) times the number of months ($x$), which equals the total amount paid (\$550). Solving $250 + 25x = 550$ gives $x = 12$ months.

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